De facto

[Luis Fok]

A Latin term, [loosely] meaning of the fact. An adjective describing something that exists or happens as a result of tradition or culture. Not normally used as an [urban slang] term, but as a [historical]/legal phase

[Ernesto]

Not acknowledged as [official], but [real] all [the same].

[Raeanne Dimick]

(adj.) Exerting [strength] without [official] [obligation].

[Britney]

in [fact]
[actual]
[in reality]

[Mark Zuckerberg]

The word [defacto] with a [space] [in it].

[Agnes]

existing in fact whether with lawful authority or not

[Carmellabita]

in reality or fact

[AliceAstes]

In practice; in actual use or existence, regardless of official or legal status.

[Mendocky]

De facto is a Latin phrase that means in fact or in reality. It refers to situations, conditions, or practices that exist in reality, even if they are not officially recognized or legally established. It usually contrasts with de jure, which means by law. A de facto state of affairs may exist even when contrary to or not established by law.

[sastergri]

A legally undeclared spouse.