bright-line rule

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Related terms 1.2 References

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bright-line rule (plural bright-line rules)

1. (idiomatic) A clear-cut, easy to make decision
2. (law) A clearly defined rule or standard, comprised of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.

[edit] Related terms

• bright line

[edit] References

• Language Log. (Discussion of the phrase, with examples and history)