Interpretation in context Flashcards
1
Q
what is the contextualism?
A
A doctrine that emphasises the importance of context of an enquiry in a particular question.
2
Q
What is textualism?
A
A person who adheres strictly to a text.
3
Q
‘Noscitur a sociis’?
A
is the general maxim that says that the meaning of a word is derived from its context.
Example- Lady who inflicted pain on another person. Act said “wound” but woman bit nose off so doesnt apply.
4
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Ejusdem generis’
A
is the Latin for ‘of the same kind’.
Jeanre of words. Does it fit in?
