Public Morality
/ˈpʌblɪk mɒˈræləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The set of moral standards and principles accepted and enforced by society, often reflected in laws, to maintain communal order and ethics.
The legislation was crafted to uphold public morality by restricting obscene materials.
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Commentary
Public morality frequently informs legislative and judicial decisions and varies with societal norms; drafters should clarify the scope when referencing this term.
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