/kon'sti tooh"sheuh nl, -tyooh"-/ , adj.
1. of or pertaining to the constitution of a state, organization, etc.
2. subject to the provisions of such a constitution: a constitutional monarchy.
3. provided by, in accordance with, or not prohibited by, such a constitution: the constitutional powers of the president; a constitutional law.
4. belonging to or inherent in the character or makeup of a person's body or mind: a constitutional weakness for sweets.
5. pertaining to the constitution or composition of a thing; essential.
6. beneficial to one's constitution; healthful: constitutional exercise.
n.
7. a walk or other mild exercise taken for the benefit of one's health.
[ 1675-85; CONSTITUTION + -AL 1 ]