obiter Definition
an observation or remark made in passing, especially in a legal judgment and not essential to the case.
Using obiter: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "obiter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The judge's obiter dicta were widely discussed by legal scholars.
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The obiter in the judgment was irrelevant to the case.
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The obiter in the judgment was a mere expression of opinion.
obiter Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: obiter in Brief
The term 'obiter' [ˈɒbɪtə] refers to an observation or remark made in passing, especially in a legal judgment and not essential to the case. It is often used interchangeably with 'obiter dictum.'
