Definition of "decretory" []

• Of, relating to, or having the force of a decree. (adjective)

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• "If in the decretory term of the world we shall not all die but be changed, according to received translation, the last day will make but few graves; at least quick resurrections will anticipate lasting sepultures."
• "But having himself some smattering skill in physic, and perceiving after the ninth day, which useth to be decretory in such cases, that the disease was no usual one nor proceeding from ordinary causes, when he stands up to speak, he waives applying himself to the soldiers, and addresseth himself as a councillor to the general, thus: —"
• "Saviour, as it is absolute and decretory, so it is applicable unto and equally compriseth every individual of mankind."