Philosopher
/ˈfɪləˌsɒfər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who engages in the systematic study of fundamental legal principles, ethics, and the nature of law.
The philosopher argued that laws must be rooted in justice to be legitimate.
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- philosophers
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a philosopher often contributes to jurisprudence and legal theory by analyzing the ethical foundations of law.
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