pandect in French
pandect in French is pandecte, digeste — pandect means usually in the plural form Pandects: a compendium or digest of writings on Roman law divided in 50 books, compiled in the 6th century C.E. by order of the Eastern Roman emperor Justinian I (c. 482–565).
pandect in French
pandecte
digeste
(by extension, rare) Also in the plural form pandects: a comprehensive collection of laws; specifically, the whole body of law of a country; a legal code.
What does "pandect" mean?
- noun Usually in the plural form Pandects: a compendium or digest of writings on Roman law divided in 50 books, compiled in the 6th century C.E. by order of the Eastern Roman emperor Justinian I (c. 482–565).
- noun Also in the plural form pandects: a comprehensive collection of laws; specifically, the whole body of law of a country; a legal code.
- noun A treatise or similar work that is comprehensive as to a particular topic; specifically (Christianity) a manuscript of the entire Bible.
Vocabulary Flow
Learn more English words in French.
Vocabulary Flow serves English words with the French meaning, one at a time — pronunciation and an example each time. Scroll it either direction.
Learn English in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "pandect" in French?
"pandect" in French is pandecte, digeste. pandect means: Usually in the plural form Pandects: a compendium or digest of writings on Roman law divided in 50 books, compiled in the 6th century C.E. by order of the Eastern Roman emperor Justinian I (c. 482–565).
Are there other ways to say "pandect" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "pandect": pandecte, digeste.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.