"Westlaw" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Etymology: West + law; the publishing company was founded by John B. West and his brother Horatio in 1872. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|West|law}} West + law Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Westlaw
  1. An online legal research service most commonly used to search and retrieve United States case law, but also providing comprehensive access to statutes, regulations, and secondary sources discussing the law. Wikipedia link: Westlaw

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