laws

/lɔz/
noun
  1. Rules made by a government that people in a society must follow.
    • Citizens have a duty to obey the laws of their country.
    • Breaking the laws can result in a fine or prison time.
    • The new laws require everyone to wear seat belts.
  2. A rule or principle that describes how something works in nature or science.
    • Newton's laws of motion explain why objects fall.
    • The law of gravity keeps us on the ground.
    • Scientists study the laws of physics to understand the universe.
  3. The system of rules and the people who enforce them, considered as a whole.
    • She decided to study law to become a lawyer.
    • He was arrested and brought before the law.
    • The law protects the rights of all citizens.
  4. A rule or code of behavior in a particular activity or group.
    • The laws of the game forbid touching the ball with your hands.
    • The unwritten laws of friendship include honesty and loyalty.
    • In chess, there are strict laws about how each piece moves.
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