Search "habeas corpus" in:
Browse words next to:
 |
habeas corpusOne entry found for habeas corpus. Main Entry: ha·be·as cor·pus Pronunciation: 'hA-bE-&s-'kor-p&s Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, from Medieval Latin, literally, you should have the body (the opening words of the writ) 1 : any of several common-law writs issued to bring a party before a court or judge; especially : HABEAS CORPUS AD SUBJICIENDUM 2 : the right of a citizen to obtain a writ of habeas corpus as a protection against illegal imprisonment
Learn more about
"habeas corpus" and related topics at
Britannica.com
Find more about
"habeas corpus" instantly with
Live Search
|