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(civ-il-law) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a system of law that deals with private disputes.

Example Sentence

The act was legal under civil law.

More Example Sentences

People use civil law for personal issues.

Synonyms

private law; legal system; tort law

Antonyms

criminal law; public law; statutory law

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civil law
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