English dictionary

case law

/k/eI/s_l/O/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws

noun.group

Synonyms common law precedent

Source: WordNet 3.0
(civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions

noun.communication

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