laws
Translation
laws, rules, principles
Examples
There are strict laws against drinking and driving.
There are strict laws against drinking and driving.
He is studying the laws of physics.
He is studying the laws of physics.
Grammar Patterns
((laws)) ((against sth.)) rules against something There are strict laws against theft.
((the laws)) ((of sth.)) the principles of a subject He is studying the laws of physics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rules, regulations, statutes, principles
Etymology
From Old English 'lagu', from Old Norse 'lag' meaning 'something laid down, a fixed arrangement'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'laws' as the rules that are 'laid' down for society to follow.