释义 |
Definition of nisi in English: nisiadjective ˈnʌɪsʌɪˈnaɪsaɪ Law postpositive (of a decree, order, or rule) that takes effect or is valid only after certain conditions are met. See also decree nisi Example sentencesExamples - Then, if the case stated were satisfactory, the order nisi could be granted on that day.
- It does, in my argument or my submission, give rise to a proper application for an order nisi for mandamus.
- I do not think you can even grant an order nisi if the privative clause operates, can you?
- Certainly, insofar as the order nisi seeks writs of mandamus and certiorari, it is outside of the time limit.
- This Court will not hear applications for orders nisi comprising three Justices.
Origin Mid 19th century: from Latin, literally 'unless'. Definition of nisi in US English: nisiadjectiveˈnīsīˈnaɪsaɪ Law postpositive (of a decree, order, or rule) taking effect or having validity only after certain specified conditions are met. Example sentencesExamples - I do not think you can even grant an order nisi if the privative clause operates, can you?
- It does, in my argument or my submission, give rise to a proper application for an order nisi for mandamus.
- Certainly, insofar as the order nisi seeks writs of mandamus and certiorari, it is outside of the time limit.
- Then, if the case stated were satisfactory, the order nisi could be granted on that day.
- This Court will not hear applications for orders nisi comprising three Justices.
Origin Mid 19th century: from Latin, literally ‘unless’. |