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lex Definition and Meaning in English (lex definition)

noun
Synonyms:lawstatutecode
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Lex definition: Lex is a Latin term meaning 'law', frequently encountered in legal phrases and as a root in words related to language and dictionaries.

Definitions of Lex

  1. 1noun(formal)

    Lex is a Latin term meaning 'law', frequently encountered in legal phrases and as a root in words related to language and dictionaries.

Example Sentences

legal

“The legal principle of lex fori refers to the law of the forum where a case is tried.”

academic

“Lexicology is the study of words and their meanings.”

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nounlexicon
nounlegislature
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Lex definition: Lex is a Latin term meaning 'law', frequently encountered in legal phrases and as a root in words related to language and dictionaries.
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'Lex' translates to 'lex' in English. Lex definition: Lex is a Latin term meaning 'law', frequently encountered in legal phrases and as a root in words related to language and dictionaries.
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