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 Definitions of poor law  [ˌhaʊ zɪz]  

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Definition of 'poor law' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) poor law
a law or system of laws providing for the relief or support of the poor at public expense.

Etymology:  (1745–55)

Definition of 'poor law' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) poor law
a law providing support for the poor

'poor law' - Nearby Entries  

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