Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
law
noun
/lɔː/
Definition
A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.
Examples
- The law requires everyone to pay taxes.
- He is studying law to become a lawyer.
- Many laws are designed to protect the environment.
Meaning
Law refers to the body of rules that are recognized as binding and enforceable through institutions. It encompasses statutes, regulations, and legal principles that govern conduct in society.
Synonyms
- regulation
- legislation
- statute
- ordinance
- rule
