Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for DE-CLAR'A-TO-RY
DE-CLAR'A-TO-RY, a.
Making declaration, clear manifestation, or exhibition; expressive; as, this clause is declaratory of the will of the legislature. The declaratory part of a law, is that which sets forth and defines what is right and what is wrong. A declaratory act, is an act or statute which sets forth more clearly and explains the intention of the legislature in a former act.
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