| 释义 |
canon law
noun
Etymology: alteration of Middle English lawe canoun, probably translation of Middle French droit canonel
1. : a body of ecclesiastical law for the government of a Christian church; especially : a codified body of rules and regulations as distinguished from other noncodified forms of church law
2. : a body of religious law governing the conduct of members of a particular faith
< the canon law of Islam > |