1. the theory or philosophy of law
2. the science or study of law
3. a system or body of law
Usage: formal

Examples

• She studied jurisprudence at Harvard Law School.
• The professor’s expertise in constitutional jurisprudence was widely recognized.
• Medical jurisprudence deals with legal issues in healthcare.
• The court’s decision reflected modern jurisprudence on civil rights.
• His thesis examined the jurisprudence of contract law.
• Comparative jurisprudence studies different legal systems around the world.