Salic law en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈseɪlɪk lɒ/
Etymology
Calque of Medieval Latin Lex Salica.
Meanings
- (historical) The code of laws of the Salian Franks, particularly the one excluding women from inheritance.
- A law or rule that excludes women from the line of succession to a throne or other public office.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salic laws | Number=Plur | lexicographic |