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"corpus juris" (Latin)
What does the Latin term corpus juris mean?
"Corpus juris" is a Latin term that translates to "body of law" or "collection of laws." It refers to a comprehensive compilation or systematization of legal principles, statutes, and legal interpretations that form the basis of a particular legal system.Examples in Sentences
Here are three example sentences using the term "corpus juris":- The civil code serves as the primary component of the corpus juris in many civil law jurisdictions.
- Legal scholars study the corpus juris to understand the historical development and evolution of legal principles.
- In the United States, the corpus juris consists of various sources of law, including statutes, case law, and legal treatises.

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