Civil
Example: O direito civil regula as relações entre as pessoas.
Definition
"Civil" refers to matters relating to the rights and duties of individuals within society, particularly in non-criminal contexts. For example, "civil" law regulates relationships between people, focusing on private rights and obligations rather than criminal offenses.
Etymology
The word "civil" comes from the Latin 'civilis,' meaning 'relating to citizens.' It originally referred to things pertaining to citizens and their duties, evolving to describe laws and social relations within a community. Did you know? The root 'civis' means citizen, highlighting the connection to societal order.
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