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    Lois (en. Laws)

    /lwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Rule or principle, generally written, that has binding force.
    The laws of the country are adapted to the needs of society.
    Les lois du pays sont adaptées aux besoins de la société.
    Moral or social standard that is expected.
    It is important to respect the laws of propriety.
    Il est important de respecter les lois de la bienséance.
    Formal statement of a regular phenomenon in a scientific discipline.
    The law of universal gravitation was formulated by Newton.
    La loi de la gravitation universelle a été formulée par Newton.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lex, legis', meaning 'law'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to break the law
    To violate an established rule or right.
    violer la loi
    law of the jungle
    A situation where the only rules are those of strength.
    loi de la jungle
    natural law
    Principles that govern the natural order of things.
    loi naturelle

    Related Words

    legal
    Related to law or the legal system.
    juridique
    regulation
    Regulatory provisions governing certain actions.
    règlement
    delinquency
    Set of offenses against the laws.
    délinquance

    Slang Meanings

    Code of silence
    The code of silence states that one does not speak of internal affairs.
    La loi du silence dit qu'on ne parle pas des affaires internes.
    Law of the market
    The law of the market means that prices fluctuate according to supply and demand.
    La loi du marché fait que les prix varient selon l'offre et la demande.