written constitution

written constitution
I A system of fundamental laws or principles for the government of a nation which is binding notwithstanding it is not incorporated in a formal writing or document. Although a constitution may be either written or unwritten, in the United States, the word "Constitution," as applied to the organization of the federal and state governments, always implies a writing. 16 Am J2d Const L § 1. II The typical constitution as known in the United States. 16 Am J2d Const L § 1. The usual form of constitution in the United States. See constitution.

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