privilege

Definition

An exemption from certain laws granted by the Pope.

Etymology

From Middle English privilege, from Anglo-Norman privilege and Old French privilege, from Latin prīvilēgium (“ordinance or law against or in favor of an individual”), from prīvus (“private”) + lēx, lēg- (“law”).

Example Sentences

• "All first-year professors here must teach four courses a term, yet you're only teaching one! What entitled you to such a privilege?"
• "Special privileges should be reserved for family and village life, while steps should be taken to prevent families and family ownings from being broken up by inheritance."
• "I had the privilege to sit near him in the House for a small part of his Commons service and there was an additional device provided to aid his participation in debates."