Meaning of the word dictum in English

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dictum

US /ˈdɪk.təm/
UK /ˈdɪk.təm/

Noun

1.

a short statement, especially one expressing advice or a general truth:

Example:
He followed the famous American dictum "Don't get mad, get even."
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