outlawry
IPA: ˈaʊtɫɔri
noun
- (law, historical) A declaration that an individual cannot benefit from the protection of law in a jurisdiction.
- The state of being an outlaw; lawlessness.
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Examples of "outlawry" in Sentences
- The town decided to impose strict penalties for any form of outlawry, including theft and vandalism
- Outlawry was a common punishment in medieval times, often resulting in banishment or death
- The sheriff was determined to eradicate outlawry from the region, no matter the cost
- The gang leader was known for his ruthless outlawry, terrorizing the local community with his violent crimes
- Engaging in outlawry was risky business, as law enforcement would stop at nothing to bring criminals to justice
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