"rough justice" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} rough justice (uncountable)
  1. (idiomatic) Treatment or punishment that is not considered fair or in accordance with the law. Tags: idiomatic, uncountable Related terms: lynch law, Jeddart justice, kangaroo court
    Sense id: en-rough_justice-en-noun-y3Ll3rBy Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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