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law-abiding - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'law-abiding' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Law-abiding [ a.]
- Abiding the law; waiting for the operation of law for the enforcement of rights; also, abiding by the law; obedient to the law; as, law-abiding people.

Meaning of 'law-abiding' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . law-abiding [ s]
Meaning (1):
- (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs
Example in sentence:
  • law-abiding citizens;
  • observant of the speed limit

Nearby Words:

law law-fall lawbreaker lawe lawer lawful lawgiver lawgiving lawing lawless

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