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July 27, 2024

Word of the Day: Jurisprudence

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Word of the Day
: July 27, 2024

\joor-us-PROO-dunss\ noun

What It Means

Jurisprudence is a formal word that typically refers to the science or philosophy of law, or to a system or body of law.

// An undergraduate class on jurisprudence inspired her decision to go to law school.

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jurisprudence in Context

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