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Meaning of statutory authority | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A body set up by law which is authorised to enforce legislation on behalf of the relevant country or state.
    Australia, New-Zealand, UK
  2. Legislation authorizing the existence and activity of a government agency.
    US
  3. The powers assigned to a government agency by legislation.
    US

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

statutory board statutory declaration statutory deposit statutory exclusion statutory heir statutory holiday

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