constitution
nounfeminineformal/kõs.ti.tu.i.ˈsɐ̃u/high
cons·ti·tu·i·ção
Definition
A set of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed.
The constitution guarantees freedom of speech.
Amendments to the constitution require a supermajority.
Common collocations
constitutional rightsconstitutional amendment
Etymology
Do latim 'constitutio'