law-abiding
|law-a-bid-ing|
B2
/ˈlɔː əˌbaɪdɪŋ/
obeying the law
Etymology
Etymology Information
'law-abiding' originates from the combination of 'law' and 'abide,' where 'law' refers to the system of rules and 'abide' means to comply or follow.
Historical Evolution
'Abide' changed from the Old English word 'ābīdan,' meaning 'to wait' or 'remain,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abide.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'abide' meant 'to wait' or 'remain,' but over time it evolved to mean 'to comply' or 'follow.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
obeying and respecting the law.
He is a law-abiding citizen who always follows the rules.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45