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The Clue

It's handed down (5 letter answer)

The Answer

EDICT

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Notes

The answer EDICT is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.

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Definition

EDICT as a noun:

1. a formal or authoritative proclamation
2. (decree, edict, fiat, order, rescript) = a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge); "a friend in New Mexico said that the order caused no trouble out there"