jurisprudence

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   the theory or philosophy of law and the principles by which legal systems interpret and apply it

   Her research in jurisprudence examines how courts balance precedent against changing social values.

2. 2
   noun

   the body of judicial decisions and legal reasoning developed on a particular subject or within a jurisdiction

   Recent jurisprudence has clarified when digital records may be admitted as evidence.

Through French jurisprudence from Latin iurisprudentia, 'knowledge of law,' formed from iuris, the genitive of ius, 'law or right,' and prudentia, 'knowledge or practical wisdom.' Prudence shares the second element.

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