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pro forma adjective definition:  (Latin) for form; done as a matter of form or for the sake of appearance. See the full entry Both Sheikh and McLean spent time with Swartz in…

mutatis mutandis adverb definition:  (Latin) all required changes of substance or wording having been made. See the full entry

ne plus ultra noun definition:  (Latin) the highest point, especially of achievement or excellence; ultimate. See the full entry

ex cathedra adjective & adverb definition 1:   (Latin) from the chair; with the authority of one’s office or rank (used especially of statements from the pope regarding faith and morals).example:  Catholic…

sine qua non noun definition 1:  (Latin) something necessary; indispensable item or condition. See the full entry Note: This Latin expression means, literally, “without which, not.” In other words, without the “sine…