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res judicata
RAYZ joo-dih-KAH-tuh
rɛz ˌdʒuːdɪˈkɑːtəListen
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Syllable breakdown
resjudicata
Dictionary meaning
The principle that a final court judgement is conclusive on parties in future disputes.
History and origin
Latin: 'a matter already judged'.
Examples
- The claim was dismissed under res judicata because it had already been litigated.
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