statutory
UK: ˈstætʃʊt(ə)ri | US: ˈstætʃətɔːri
adj. required or enacted by statute
adj. relating to or created by laws or statutes
statutory = statut<law> + ory<adjective suffix>
- statut (from Latin statutum, meaning "a law, decree")
- ory (suffix forming adjectives, from Latin -orius, indicating "relating to or characterized by")
Etymology Origin:
The word statutory traces back to the Latin statutum, the past participle of statuere ("to set up, establish"). It entered English via Old French statut, retaining its legal connotation. The suffix -ory (from Latin -orius) was added to form an adjective meaning "pertaining to laws." The term reflects the formalization of rules into written statutes, emphasizing authority and permanence.
The company complied with all statutory requirements.
Statutory holidays vary by country.
The new policy became statutory after parliamentary approval.
Judges must consider both statutory and case law.
Failure to meet statutory deadlines may result in penalties.