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Meaning of Law
The system of rules that a country or organization recognizes as regulating the actions of its members.
Definitions
- A set of rules that are created and enforced by a country or state to regulate the behavior of its citizens.
- * A particular branch or field of law, such as criminal law or contract law.
- * A rule or principle that is considered to be binding or authoritative.
Etymology of Law
The word "law" comes from Old English "lagu", which is derived from Old Norse "lagu", meaning "law, statute".
The term has been used in English since the 9th century to refer to a system of rules or a particular rule or principle.
Example Uses
- The new law will come into effect next year.
- * She studied law at university and became a lawyer.
- * The company must comply with the law and pay its taxes.