Synonyms: precedent, case in point
Definition: an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
Similar words: representative, illustration, instance, example
Definition: an item of information that is typical of a class or group
Usage: this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome; there is an example on page 10
Synonyms: common law, case law, precedent
Definition: (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions
Similar words: civil law
Definition: the body of laws established by a state or nation for its own regulation
Synonyms: precedent
Definition: a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time)
Similar words: subject, topic, theme
Definition: the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
Usage: he didn't want to discuss that subject; it was a very sensitive topic; his letters were always on the theme of love
Synonyms: common law, case law, precedent
Definition: a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws
Usage: common law originated in the unwritten laws of England and was later applied in the United States
Similar words: jurisprudence, law
Definition: the collection of rules imposed by authority
Usage: civilization presupposes respect for the law; the great problem for jurisprudence to allow freedom while enforcing order
Synonyms: precedent
Definition: preceding in time, order, or significance
Similar words: preceding
Definition: existing or coming before