color of law
Definitions
A mere semblance of legal right; a means to do something with the apparent authority of law but actually in contravention of law.
US, uncountable
Examples
“The plaintiff claimed that under color of law the officer had deprived him of his civil rights.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
See also
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