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Magna Carta

/ˌˈmægnə ˌkɑrdə/
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Definitions of Magna Carta
  1. noun
    the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215
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    royal charter
    a charter granted by the sovereign (especially in Great Britain)
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