Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salique
Adjective
/ˈsælɪk/
Definition
A term referring to a specific law or principle of succession that denies women the right to inherit a throne or property.
Examples
- The Salique law was pivotal in determining the line of succession to the French throne.
- Many monarchies adopted Salique principles, which often led to conflicts over inheritance.
- Critics argue that the Salique laws perpetuate gender inequality in royal succession.
Meaning
Relating to the Salic law, which is a historical legal code that precludes females from holding royal titles or inheriting property.
Synonyms
- Male-preference primogeniture
- Patriarchal succession
