decree absolute
the final decree in divorce proceedings, which leaves the parties free to remarry: Compare decree nisi
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How to use decree absolute in a sentence
How this was arranged I do not know, but the decree nisi and the decree absolute were granted without any difficulties arising.
Women's Wild Oats | C. Gasquoine HartleyIn special cases the court has power to make the decree absolute before the expiration of six months after the decree nisi.
Marriage and Divorce Laws of the World | Hyacinthe RingroseNowadays, in most social circles, the decree absolute is coming to be looked upon as an absolution.
The Intelligence of Woman | W. L. GeorgeNorman is getting a divorce—the decree absolute will be granted in March next.
Poor Man's Rock | Bertrand W. SinclairIn Scotland there is no decree nisi, no decree absolute, and no intervention by the King's Proctor.
Aids to Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | W. G. Aitchison Robertson
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