precept

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

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Definition

  1. noun rule of personal conduct
  2. noun a doctrine that is taught

Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin praeceptum, form of praecipiō (“to teach”), from Latin prae (“pre-”) + capiō (“take”).

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Synonyms

principle

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