jurisprudence
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Noun — The theoretical study of law and the principles underlying legal systems.
Etymology
From Latin iurisprudentia, "skill in law," combining ius, "law," with prudentia, "knowledge, foresight."
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What does “jurisprudence” mean?
The word “jurisprudence” means the theoretical study of law and the principles underlying legal systems. In plain terms, the academic study of law, or the collected rulings that shape how law is applied.
How do you pronounce “jurisprudence”?
“Jurisprudence” is pronounced JOOR-rihs-proo-duhns (/ˈd͡ʒʊəɹɪsˌpɹuːdəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “jurisprudence” in a sentence?
Here is “jurisprudence” used in a sentence: “She wrote her thesis on the jurisprudence of human rights law.”
What part of speech is “jurisprudence”?
“Jurisprudence” is a noun.
Where does the word “jurisprudence” come from?
The word “jurisprudence” comes from Latin. From Latin iurisprudentia, "skill in law," combining ius, "law," with prudentia, "knowledge, foresight.".
Is “jurisprudence” a common word?
“Jurisprudence” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jurisprudence” have?
“Jurisprudence” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the theoretical study of law and the principles underlying legal systems.