lex
n. uncountable C2 Proficiency US //ˈɫɛks// lex
n. a law or a system of laws. It is a formal word often used in history or when talking about specific legal rules.
n. a law or body of laws, specifically within a particular jurisdiction or historical context. Often used in Latin phrases or as a technical term in legal history.
The professor explained the ancient lex of the Roman Empire.
In legal studies, understanding the lex loci is essential for determining which country's laws apply to a contract.
The transition from oral tradition to a written lex marked a significant shift in how the community resolved disputes and enforced property rights.
From lexical analysis, from lexical.
Latin lex (“law”).
Usage
Often appears in Latin legal maxims such as 'lex talionis' or 'lex loci'.