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    Civile (en. Civil)

    /siv.il/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Pertaining to citizens or to life in society.
    Civil rights are fundamental for a democracy.
    Les droits civils sont fondamentaux pour une démocratie.
    Opposed to military, concerning civilian life.
    Civil defense is essential in times of war.
    La défense civile est essentielle en temps de guerre.
    Relating to the legal affairs of individuals, in opposition to criminal law.
    The civil code governs the relationships between individuals.
    Le code civil régit les relations entre particuliers.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'civilis', meaning 'relating to citizens'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    civil law
    Law that governs the relationships between citizens.
    droit civil
    civil life
    The daily life of citizens outside the military framework.
    vie civile
    civil service
    Service rendered by citizens, usually in public functions.
    service civil

    Related Words

    civilization
    Advanced developmental process of human culture and society.
    civilisation
    civility
    Courteous behavior towards others.
    civilité
    civic duty
    Engagement and responsibility of citizens towards their country.
    civisme

    Slang Meanings

    Simplistic or banal.
    This film was really too civil, nothing surprising.
    Ce film était vraiment trop civil, rien de surprenant.
    Expected social norm or convention.
    He acted very civilly during the meeting.
    Il a agi de manière très civile pendant la réunion.