LEX, lex
Sounds Like: LEKS
Translations: law, a law, statute, principle, rule, regulation, custom, contract, agreement
From the root: LEX
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: Lex is a fundamental Latin noun referring to a law, statute, or principle. It encompasses both formal legal enactments and general rules or customs. In Roman society, 'lex' was crucial for governing public and private life, often referring to laws passed by legislative bodies or established legal precedents. It can also denote a contract or agreement between parties.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
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