constitute

/ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/noun

A law that has been formally established.

Example sentence

“The scholars studied every royal constitute issued during that century.”

This noun sense is archaic. The familiar word is the verb: parts constitute a whole, and an act may 'constitute a crime'.

Related words

constrictTo make something narrower or tighter, especially by squeezing.conspireTo plan something secretly with other people, usually something harmful or against the law.consulateThe position held by a consul, or the building where a consul works.conspicuousStanding out and easily seen; attracting attention.consumerA person who buys goods or services for their own use.consolidateTo merge separate things into one stronger or more organized whole.