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LetterR
Letter namear
Pronounciation/ɑr/


Definition for res judicata
Phrase:res judicata
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Century:21st
DA Name:res judicata
Era:C.E.
Origin:Original
Type:Official
Source Language:Latin

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Definition:

Latin legal COMMON LAW phrase which means literally: "A thing ajudged" - Once a case has been finally decided upon by a Court the same parties cannot attempt to raise the issue by or during further proceedings.