adjective, deprecated as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:This law, known as the Salic succession, prevented women from claiming the throne of France.

Definition:A method of royal succession according to which the throne is passed to male descendants and not females.

From Salic succession

Example:Under Salic custom, only the male lineage could inherit certain titles and lands.

Definition:Customs and practices derived from the Salic Law, such as inheritance laws.

From Salic custom