define the us constitution
United States Constitution - the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states. Constitution of the United States, U.S. Constitution, US Constitution, Constitution. advice and consent - a legal expression in the United States Constitution that allows the Senate to constrain the President's powers of appointment and treaty-making. Bill of Rights - a statement of fundamental rights and privileges (especially the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution)