a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) | the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do |
a reason for wanting something done | the collection of rules imposed by authority |
the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) | |
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something | |
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims | |
a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed | |
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | |