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jurisprudence

noun

/ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːdəns/

Meaning

The theory, philosophy, or science of law.

She is a professor of jurisprudence at the university.

law, legal theory, legal philosophy, legal science

lawlessness, anarchy

modern jurisprudence, legal jurisprudence, study of jurisprudence

A strong effect or influence; the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another.

the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother

an act of parting or of marking someone's departure

the result or consequence of an action or situation; the final product

A practice game or informal match, often in sports, especially football.

The husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing or threshing; worthless or trivial matter.