jurisprudence — the theory or philosophy of law; the science and study of law
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the theory or philosophy of law; the science and study of law
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdʒʊrɪsˈpruːdəns/
Example Sentences
- My professor knows so much about jurisprudence that even judges ask him for advice.
- After watching too many courtroom dramas, my dog started barking like he understood jurisprudence.
- Jurisprudence courses can be difficult, but they help you understand how laws are made and interpreted.
jurisprudence
NOUN[/ˌdʒʊrɪsˈpruːdəns/]
the theory or philosophy of law; the science and study of law
The old judge explains jurisprudence to eager law students in the marble courthouse.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin juris (of law) + prudentia (knowledge, wisdom), literally meaning 'knowledge of law'
Breakdown
juris- (of law) + prudentia (knowledge/foresight) + -ence (noun suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My professor knows so much about jurisprudence that even judges ask him for advice.”
“After watching too many courtroom dramas, my dog started barking like he understood jurisprudence.”
“Jurisprudence courses can be difficult, but they help you understand how laws are made and interpreted.”
“Even robots might need jurisprudence classes if they start suing each other in the future!”
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