The sanction
Example: Sanction penalizes violation of law or rules
Definition
"The sanction" in law refers to an official penalty or punishment imposed to enforce compliance with a law or rule, often used to penalize violations and ensure adherence to legal standards.
Etymology
The word "sanction" comes from the Latin word 'sanctio,' meaning a decree or ordinance. Originally, it referred to something made sacred or inviolable, which evolved to mean a binding rule with penalties for disobedience.
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"The sanction" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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