Synonyms: Roman law, jus civile, Justinian code, civil law
Definition: the legal code of ancient Rome; codified under Justinian; the basis for many modern systems of civil law
Similar words: legal code
Definition: a code of laws adopted by a state or nation
Usage: a code of laws
Synonyms: civil law
Definition: the body of laws established by a state or nation for its own regulation
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