Meaning of the word precedents in English

What does precedents mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

precedents

US /ˈprɛsɪdənts/
UK /ˈprɛsɪdənts/

Plural Noun

previous cases or legal decisions that may be considered as examples or rules for later cases or decisions

Example:
The judge based his ruling on several legal precedents.
Setting new precedents can be challenging in any field.