jur

/ˈʒʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of ancient Scandinavian and Germanic law code or a local council that enforces it

“The Viking tribe was governed by a complex system of jur codes and councils.”

2. verb

to judge or administer justice

“The king’s jur over the land was feared by all its inhabitants.”

Synonyms

  • administer
  • judge

Antonyms

  • dismiss
  • ignore