international law

noun

: a body of rules that control or affect the rights of nations in their relations with each other

Examples of international law in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Beijing has invested in building a cadre of lawyers who understand foreign and international law. — Mark Jia, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026

That statement may indicate a willingness to push the limits of international law, Besha said. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

But good luck to the administration in finding an expert on international law who agrees. — Steve Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Brazil's government in a statement responded by accusing the United States of not following international law in nominating its ambassador to Brazil. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for international law

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• bradshaw
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• bylaw
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• cheraw
• coleslaw
• crenshaw
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Legal Definition

international law

noun

: a body of laws, rules, or legal principles that are based on custom, treaties, or legislation and that control or affect the rights and duties of nations in relation to each other compare internal law