LEGAL WORD
De facto
Latin phrase · General
De facto
- Type: Latin phrase
- Area of law: General
1 What it means
In fact. Existing in reality, whether or not recognised by law.
2 Use it in a sentence
She was the de facto manager of the company though never formally appointed.
3 Make it stick
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