constitution

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BrE /kɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/ AmE /ˌkɑːn.stəˈtuː.ʃən/

noun en → es

1 LEGAL DOCUMENT [singular] B2

the set of basic laws and principles that a country is governed by

constitución, carta magna

  • the constitution of a country

Collocations constitutional rights · amend the constitution

  • The constitution guarantees freedom of speech.

    La constitución garantiza la libertad de expresión.

2 BODY [singular] C1

the physical condition and health of a person or animal, especially when considered in terms of strength and ability to resist disease

constitución física, estado de salud

  • have a good constitution

Collocations strong constitution · weak constitution

  • She has a strong constitution and can eat whatever she wants.

    Ella tiene una buena constitución y puede comer lo que quiera.