Constitution [Definition of]

con·sti·tu·tion   /ˌkɒnstɪˈtuʃən, -ˈtyu-/ Show Spelled
[kon-sti-too-shuhn, -tyoo-] Show IPA

–noun
1. the way in which a thing is composed or made up; makeup; composition: the chemical constitution of the cleanser.

2. the physical character of the body as to strength, health, etc.: He has a strong constitution.

3. Medicine/Medical, Psychology . the aggregate of a person's physical and psychological characteristics.

4. the act or process of constituting; establishment.

5. the state of being constituted; formation.

6. any established arrangement or custom.

7. ( initial capital letter ) Constitution of the United States.

8. the system of fundamental principles according to which a nation, state, corporation, or the like, is governed.

9. the document embodying these principles.

10. Archaic . character or condition of mind; disposition; temperament.

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