/pərˈsweɪsɪv ˈprɛsɪdənt/ – Phrase
Definition: Tiền lệ thuyết phục
A more thorough explanation: a past decision in a legal case that does not have to be followed in future similar cases, but which may help a judge reach a decision
Example: Although the decision of the UK Supreme Court is not binding on the Irish courts, it will be of persuasive precedent in the event that a similar case is brought in Ireland.