n.
1.a Roman Catholic system of casuistry that when expert opinions differ an actor can follow any solidly probable opinion that he wishes even though some different opinion might be more probable
2.(philosophy) the doctrine that (since certainty is unattainable) probability is a sufficient basis for belief and action
Idiom of the Day
clear the decks
to clear away things and prepare for action, to get out of the way
"Let`s clear the decks and get everyone out of the house so that we can begin work."
