Focusing on the text of written law to the exclusion of the intent of law, elevating strict adherence to law over justice, mercy, grace and common sense.

The state of being legal, or within the law.

plural of legalism

present participle of legalize

plural of legality

plural of legalization

plural of legal

A town in Alberta, Canada

A school of thought, originating in ancient China during the Warring States period and officially adopted during the Qin dynasty, advocating rule of law as key to ensuring social stability.

(law) An organization such as a company or trust fund that the law treats as if it were a person, capable of entering into contracts and of being sued.