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jurisprudence - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'jurisprudence' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Jurisprudence [ a.]
- The science of juridical law; the knowledge of the laws, customs, and rights of men in a state or community, necessary for the due administration of justice.

Meaning of 'jurisprudence' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . jurisprudence [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the collection of rules imposed by authority
Example in sentence:
  • civilization presupposes respect for the law;
  • the great problem for jurisprudence to allow freedom while enforcing order

Nearby Words:

jura jura-trias jural juramenta juramentum jurassic jurat juratory jurdiccion jurdon

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