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Meaning of Salic law | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

/ˈseɪlɪk lɒ/

Definitions

The code of laws of the Salian Franks, particularly the one excluding women from inheritance.
historical
A law or rule that excludes women from the line of succession to a throne or other public office.

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

salicet salicetum salicide salicin salicine salicinoid