legalism
(noun) strict conformity to the letter of the law rather than its spirit
Source: WordNet® 3.1
legalism (plural legalisms)
A philosophy of focusing on the text of written law to the exclusion of the intent of law, elevating strict adherence to law over justice, mercy, grace and common sense.
(religion) A doctrine of salvation by strictly adhering to the requirements of divine law.
A legal axiom, term or rule.
• antilegalism, anti-legalism
• antinomianism
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Legalism (uncountable)
A school of thought, originating in ancient China during the Warring States period and officially adopted during the Qin dynasty, advocating rule of law as key to ensuring social stability.
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Source: Wiktionary
Le"gal*ism, n.
Definition: Strictness, or the doctrine of strictness, in conforming to law.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 April 2025
(adjective) not married or related to the unmarried state; “unmarried men and women”; “unmarried life”; “sex and the single girl”; “single parenthood”; “are you married or single?”
Contrary to popular belief, coffee beans are not technically beans. They are referred to as such because of their resemblance to legumes. A coffee bean is a seed of the Coffea plant and the source for coffee. It is the pit inside the red or purple fruit, often referred to as a cherry. Just like ordinary cherries, the coffee fruit is also a so-called stone fruit.
