jurisprudent

Definitions


[ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːd(ə)nt], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- relating to the theory or philosophy of law
(e.g: exercises in jurisprudent minutiae)


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Origin:
early 17th century: from jurisprudence


[ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːd(ə)nt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an expert in the theory or philosophy of law
(e.g: a supreme jurisprudent selected by a council of religious judges)


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Origin:
early 17th century: from jurisprudence




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