humanelaw
nounUK /hjuːˈmeɪn lɔː/
US /hjuːˈmeɪn lɔː/
A rule that says we must be kind and fair to people and animals.
The town made a humanelaw to stop people from hurting stray dogs.
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2. A set of rules that protect living things from harm.
The school taught a humanelaw about treating every creature gently.
3. A principle of being gentle and merciful when making decisions.
The judge followed a humanelaw and gave the hungry thief a warning instead of jail.
4. A law that makes sure everyone is treated with respect.
The new humanelaw says all workers must be treated kindly.