precept

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/ˈpɹiːsɛpt/ English

Definitions

noun

A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.
A written command, especially a demand for payment.
An order issued by one local authority to another specifying the rate of tax to be charged on its behalf.

verb

To teach by precepts.

Related words

Synonyms

principle teaching rule lesson requirement dictum imperative tenet concept order provision commandment prescription maxim axiom doctrine

Associated

scrutiny precepts ahimsa exhortation accounts producing costs lauder parish theravada operating

Rhymes

adept inept accept intercept prepped leapt swept yclept leaped wept

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