Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salic
Adjective
/ˈsælɪk/
Definition
Relating to or derived from the Salic Law; in medieval law, a code that prohibited female succession to thrones and lands.
Examples
- The Salic Law was a significant legal framework in the Middle Ages that shaped succession in various European monarchies.
- Many countries adapted the Salic principle to address issues related to inheritance, particularly in dynastic contexts.
Meaning
Salic pertains to a historical legal doctrine that specifically regulated succession, preventing women from inheriting titles or property.
Synonyms
- none
