unconstitutional
Definition
adjective
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being not according to the constitution of a country
Examples Legislation which is contrary to European Community regulations is declared unconstitutional. • The Appeal Court ruled that the action of the Attorney-General was unconstitutional.
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being not allowed by the rules of an organisation
Example The chairman ruled that the meeting was unconstitutional.
Pronounciation
/ˌʌnkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃ(ə)n(ə)l/
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