justicia
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of justicia
< New Latin, after James Justice (1698–1763), Scottish horticulturist; see -ia
Example Sentences
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Some banners at events like International Women’s Day say “Manuela justicia y esperanza” — Manuela justice and hope.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2021
Halfway through her performance, Lopez declared "justicia para todos!" or "justice for all!" followed by "let’s get loud!" a nod to her 1999 song.
From Fox News ● Jan. 20, 2021
The Gitana now pushes the money to him, uplifts her voice, and talks of the justicia.
From The Zincali: an account of the gypsies of Spain by Borrow, George Henry
The justicia of Finisterre turned their eyes in the direction from which these words proceeded, and so did I. Our glances rested upon the figure who held watch at the door.
From The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] by Borrow, George Henry
Figure.—By the authority of the justicia of Finisterre.
From The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] by Borrow, George Henry
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