Legal Definitions - abrogare

Definition: Abrogare (ab-roh-gair-ee) is a Latin term used in Roman law. It means to remove something from an old law by a new law. It is also known as exrogare.

For example, if a new law is passed that contradicts an old law, the new law will abrogate the old law. This means that the old law will no longer be valid or enforceable.

Another example is when a government decides to repeal a law. This means that they are abrogating the law and it will no longer be in effect.

These examples illustrate how abrogare is used to remove or cancel out an old law with a new law or decision.