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The word decree is used as a noun and a verb in paragraphs 2 and 3. Use context clues to determine the part of speech of the word in each of these paragraphs. If needed, use a dictionary to define both the noun and verb form of the word. Write your two definitions, and explain how you figured out the meaning of each use of the word.