'Constitutional law' definitions:

Definition of 'Constitutional law'

From: GCIDE
  • Constitutional \Con`sti*tu"tion*al\ (k[o^]n`st[i^]*t[=u]"sh[u^]n*al), a. [Cf. F. constitutionnel.]
  • 1. Belonging to, or inherent in, the constitution, or in the structure of body or mind; as, a constitutional infirmity; constitutional ardor or dullness. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. In accordance with, or authorized by, the constitution of a state or a society; as, constitutional reforms. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. Regulated by, dependent on, or secured by, a constitution; as, constitutional government; constitutional rights. --Hallam. [1913 Webster]
  • 4. Relating to a constitution, or establishment form of government; as, a constitutional risis. [1913 Webster]
  • The anient constitutional traditions of the state. --Macaulay. [1913 Webster]
  • 5. For the benefit or one's constitution or health; as, a constitutional walk. [Colloq.] [1913 Webster]
  • Constitutional law, law that relates to the constitution, as a permanent system of political and juridical government, as distinguished from statutory and common law, which relate to matters subordinate to such constitution. [1913 Webster]