law of nations

noun phrase

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1548, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of law of nations was circa 1548

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“Law of nations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/law%20of%20nations. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Legal Definition

law of nations

law of na·​tions
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