U.S Constitution

Definition

The U.S Constitution is a document that outlines America's system of government and fundamental laws, guaranteeing certain basic rights to its citizens. It was signed on September 17, 1787.

Related terms

Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments to the US Constitution that outline specific freedoms guaranteed to all American citizens, such as freedom of speech and religion.

Federalism: A system of government where power is divided between a central (federal) government and individual states. This concept is a key principle in the U.S Constitution.

Constitutional Convention: The meeting held in Philadelphia in 1787 where delegates from twelve states wrote the U.S Constitution.