legal system — The framework of rules, laws, and institutions that govern society and resolve disputes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The framework of rules, laws, and institutions that govern society and resolve disputes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliːɡəl ˈsɪstəm/
Korean meaning: 사회를 통치하고 분쟁을 해결하는 규칙, 법률, 제도의 체계
Korean pronunciation: **리**걸 **시**스템
Example Sentences
- My friend thinks the legal system is like a video game - you need coins (money for lawyers) to unlock the good endings.
- Students must learn how the legal system protects citizens' rights.
- The legal system moves slower than a turtle wearing a suit.
legal system
NOUN//ˈliːɡəl ˈsɪstəm//
The framework of rules, laws, and institutions that govern society and resolve disputes
The framework of rules, laws, and institutions that govern society and resolve disputes
In this regal courthouse, even a beagle serves the legal system!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Legal은 라틴어 'legalis'에서 왔고, system은 그리스어 'systema'에서 유래되어 '함께 서 있는 것'이라는 의미를 가진다. 즉, 법이 함께 서서 만드는 체계라는 뜻이다.
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📝Examples
“My friend thinks the legal system is like a video game - you need coins (money for lawyers) to unlock the good endings.”
“Students must learn how the legal system protects citizens' rights.”
“The legal system moves slower than a turtle wearing a suit.”
“Each country has its own unique legal system.”
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