jus civile meaning

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jus civile (noun): the legal code of ancient Rome; codified under Justinian; the basis for many modern systems of civil law.

Definition of jus civile

  1. the legal code of ancient Rome; codified under Justinian; the basis for many modern systems of civil law

    Synonyms: Roman law, Justinian code, civil law

    Type of: legal code

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