Law

/lɔː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A system of rules that are created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.

The law requires that all drivers must wear seat belts.

The body of rules and principles governing the affairs of a community, enforced by a political authority.

He studied law at university to become a lawyer.

A particular branch of the legal system.

She specializes in environmental law.

A rule or set of rules established by an authority, custom, or agreement.

According to the law of supply and demand, prices rise as the availability of a good decreases.

An established principle, or an accepted fact, that holds true under certain conditions, often in scientific contexts.

Newton's law of universal gravitation explains how objects are attracted to one another.

Old English 'lagen', meaning 'something laid down or fixed'.

break the law

To violate a law.

law and order

A term that refers to the condition of society characterized by respect for the law.

law of the land

The legal system or constitution that is in place in a particular area.

legal

Pertaining to the law.

legislation

The act of making or enacting laws.

jurisprudence

The theory or philosophy of law.

The law is strict.

The cops are out tonight; they’re enforcing the law hard.

Law is a big deal.

In this town, the law really runs everything.