Jurisprudence (noun)

The theory or philosophy of law and the study of the principles that underlie a legal system.

Origin:

From the latin word "jurisprudentia" meaning "the study of law".

Examples:

1. She was studying jurisprudence at the law school.
2. He was an expert in the field of jurisprudence.
3. Jurisprudence is the study of the theory and philosophy of law.
4. Jurisprudence is the study of legal principles and how they are applied.
5. Jurisprudence is a field that encompasses a wide range of legal issues and theories.