living tree doctrine

proper noun

A doctrine of constitutional interpretation according to which the constitution must be read in a broad and progressive way so as to adapt it to the changing times.

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Meanings

proper nounthe living tree doctrine
  1. CanadalawA doctrine of constitutional interpretation according to which the constitution must be read in a broad and progressive way so as to adapt it to the changing times.
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APA

living tree doctrine. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/living%20tree%20doctrine

MLA

“living tree doctrine.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/living%20tree%20doctrine. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “living tree doctrine,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/living%20tree%20doctrine.

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