Contemporaries
/kənˈtɛmpəˌreɪriz/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons living at the same time, often referenced in legal contexts to compare norms, laws, or events relevant to a specific period.
The court considered the opinions of contemporaries to interpret the statute's original meaning.
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- contemporary
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Commentary
The term 'contemporaries' is primarily used as a plural noun; it can provide important context in legal history or interpretation but is rarely used as a standalone legal principle.
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