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单词 palm-tree justice
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Definition of palm-tree justice in English:

palm-tree justice

noun
  • Justice summarily administered, especially without regard for legal principle or precedent.

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in The Sunday Times. With reference to the Islamic judges or qadi, who traditionally administered justice under a palm tree; compare also quot. 1634 at sense 1.

Definition of palm-tree justice in US English:

palm-tree justice

noun
  • Justice summarily administered, especially without regard for legal principle or precedent.

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in The Sunday Times. With reference to the Islamic judges or qadi, who traditionally administered justice under a palm tree; compare also quot. 1634 at sense 1.

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