/ˈɡreɪtɪs ˈdɪktəm/ – Phrase
Definition: lời khai tự nguyện.
A more thorough explanation: “Gratis dictum” is a Latin term that translates to “a statement made without charge.” In legal contexts, it refers to a statement made by a judge that is not essential to the decision of the case and therefore not legally binding as precedent. It is considered an incidental or unnecessary remark made by the judge.
Example: The judge dismissed the argument as a gratis dictum, stating that it was not essential to the case at hand.