Body Politic
/ˈbɒdi pəˌlɪtɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A collective body of people politically organized under a government; a state or nation regarded as a corporate entity.
The body politic must uphold the constitution to ensure citizens' rights are protected.
Forms
- bodies politic
Related terms
Commentary
The term emphasizes the legal recognition of a people or nation as a single entity capable of rights and duties, often used in constitutional and political law contexts.
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