declaratory Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration
    declarative; asserting.

WordNet

De*clar"a*to*ry adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. déclaratoire.
Definitions
  1. Making declaration, explanation, or exhibition; making clear or manifest; affirmative; expressive; as, a clause declaratory of the will of the legislature.

Webster 1913