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noun
A matter involving a judicial inquiry into the applicable law.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: law
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noun
a disputed legal contention that is generally left for a judge to decide
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: question of law
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: question, head
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