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delict

Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪkt, ˈdiːlɪkt/

Definition of delict

noun

Law
  • a violation of the law; a tort: an international delict [mass noun]:claims in tort or delict

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin delictum 'something showing fault', neuter past participle of delinquere (see delinquent)

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