People
/ˈpiːpəl/
Definitions
- (n.) Human beings collectively; persons in general.
The rights of the people are protected by law.
- (n.) A nation, community, or ethnic group sharing a common culture or language.
The indigenous people fought for their land rights.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'people' often denotes a collective legal subject, distinct from 'persons' which can include entities like corporations.
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