Obiter dictum

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Obiter dictum - (noun)

Definition

In Latin it means ‘by the way’. In law it refers to a judicial opinion which is not necessary for making a decision on the case before the court.

Extra

Source: Adapted from Encyclopedia Britannica
Example of Use: The incidental remarks of the judge can be considered as obiter dictum, and not binding as a precedent for future cases.