Magna Carta

/'mægnə'kɑ:tə/ Cách viết khác : (Magna_Charta) /'mægnə'kɑ:tə/
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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A historical document: The Magna Carta is the royal charter of political rights granted by King John of England to rebellious barons at Runnymede in 1215. It is a foundational document in the history of constitutional law, establishing the principle that the king and his government were not above the law.
    • A fundamental constitution or law: By extension, the term can refer to any fundamental document or set of principles that serves as a guarantee of rights and liberties.
Usage Examples

  • Proper noun (Historical Document):

    • The Magna Carta is considered a cornerstone of English liberty and justice.
    • Scholars study the Magna Carta to understand the origins of constitutional government.

  • Proper noun (Figurative Use):

    • The new corporate policy was hailed as a magna carta for employee rights.
    • Many view the treaty as a magna carta for international environmental protection.
Advanced Usage
  • "a magna carta of/for...": Used to describe a document or agreement that establishes fundamental rights or principles for a specific group or field.
    • The agreement served as a magna carta for indigenous land rights.
Variants and Related Words

  • Magna Charta: An alternate, less common spelling for Magna Carta.

    • The document is sometimes referred to as the Magna Charta.

  • Great Charter: The English translation of "Magna Carta".

    • The Great Charter limited the power of the English monarchy.
Synonyms
  • Charter: A written grant or guarantee of rights.
  • Fundamental law: A law that forms the foundation of a system of government.
  • Cornerstone: An indispensable and fundamental basis.
Related Phrases
  • "to sign/seal a magna carta": To formally establish a foundational agreement (often used figuratively).
    • The leaders met to sign what was effectively a magna carta for peace in the region.
Related Idioms
  • A modern Magna Carta: Used to describe a contemporary document or law of great foundational importance.
    • The digital privacy act has been called a modern Magna Carta for internet users.
Noun
  1. the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215

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