An authoritative statement; a dogmatic saying; a maxim, an apothegm.
The report of a judgment made by one of the judges who has given it.
An arbitrament or award.
A judicial opinion expressed by judges on points that do not necessarily arise in the case, and are not involved in it.
A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.
A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies.