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
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