casus foederis

English

Etymology

From Latin casus (“case”) + foederis, genitive of foedus (“treaty”).

Pronunciation
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˌkeɪsəs ˈfiːdəɹɪs/

Noun

casus foederis

  1. A situation covered by the terms of an international treaty (or similar understanding), and which consequently requires action from the parties involved.
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