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- pronunciation:
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law
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a law originating from other sources than the action of legislative bodies, such as custom or usage.
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| definition 2: |
the custom of allowing a certain measure of immunity to one who avenges a wrong, esp. rape or adultery, against his or her family or personal honor.
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