FECIAL LAW
\fˈɛʃə͡l lˈɔː], \fˈɛʃəl lˈɔː], \f_ˈɛ_ʃ_əl l_ˈɔː]\
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The nearest approach to a system of international law known to theancient world. It was a branch of Boman jurisprudence, concerned with embassies, declarationsof war, and treaties of peace. It received this name from the fccialcs, (q. v.,)who were charged with its administration.
By Henry Campbell Black
