correal

adjective

cor·​re·​al
ˈkȯr-ē-əl, kə-ˈrē-əl
in the civil law of Louisiana : solidary
correality
ˌkȯr-ē-ˈa-lə-tē
noun

Word History

Etymology

Latin correus person accused along with another, from com- with, together + reus accused person

Dictionary Entries Near correal

Cite this Entry

“Correal.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/correal. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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