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    Loi (en. Law)

    /lwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    General and mandatory rule, enacted by an authority, the violation of which is punishable.
    The law protects the rights of citizens.
    La loi protège les droits des citoyens.
    Set of legal rules that govern a society.
    It is important to know the law to avoid problems.
    Il est important de connaître la loi pour éviter des problèmes.
    Specific rule applicable to a particular case.
    The harassment law has been strengthened.
    La loi sur le harcèlement a été renforcée.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lex, legis', which means 'law'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the law of the strongest
    Expression meaning that force prevails over the right.
    la loi du plus fort
    law and order
    Concept designating the respect for laws to maintain public order.
    la loi et l'ordre
    to appeal to the law
    To resort to legal or juristic instances.
    faire appel à la loi
    to be within the law
    To act in accordance with current laws.
    être dans la légalité
    to be above the law
    To consider oneself exempt from the laws applicable to others.
    être au-dessus de la loi

    Related Words

    jurisdiction
    Judicial authority to decide cases according to the law.
    juridiction
    code
    Collection of laws or regulations.
    code
    constitutional
    Related to the constitution, a framework superior to the law.
    constituant
    regulation
    Decision or administrative instruction less formal than the law.
    règlement
    law
    Set of rules and standards governing the relationships between individuals.
    droit

    Slang Meanings

    No trouble with the law
    He has always managed to avoid problems; he says he has no trouble with the law.
    Il a toujours réussi à éviter les problèmes, il dit qu'il n'a pas de souci avec la loi.
    To defy the law
    This man is known for defying the law without fear.
    Cet homme est connu pour défier la loi sans crainte.