decreeKK [dɪˈkri] ｜ /dɪˈkri/
GEPT 中高級
C1noun
a legally binding command or decision, especially one made by a ruler or a court of law
The king issued a decree stating that all citizens must pay their taxes before the end of the month.
法令；詔令
C2verb
to officially and formally order or decide something, especially according to laws or rules
The king issued a decree banning all protests and demonstrations in the capital city.
頒布命令；下令
C2verb
to declare or announce something with great authority or force
The king issued a decree prohibiting all forms of protests in the country.