Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lex
Noun
/lɛks/

Definition
A legal principle or rule; a law or statute.

Examples
- The lex of the land must be followed by all citizens.
- He referred to the lex in his argument during the trial.
- International lex can vary significantly between countries.

Meaning
In legal contexts, ‘lex’ refers to the body of laws that govern a particular area, often used in phrases that reference legal systems or concepts.

Synonyms
- Law
- Statute
- Regulation
- Code