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jus
nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/ʒuʃ/
Definition
1A technical term in Law meaning law, right, or a body of law. Used in Latin phrases.
Usage examples
“The concept of 'jus cogens' is a peremptory norm in international law.”
“'Jus sanguinis' is a principle of nationality law.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
jus cogensjus sanguinisjus soli