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
