Talion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtalɪən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Talion is a noun meaning Retaliation; retribution.
Meaning
Retaliation; retribution.
Example Sentences
Simple talion may be fine for wartime, but politics between wars demands symmetry and a more elegant idea of justice, even to the point of masquerading, a bit decadently, as mercy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reprisal, retorsion, revenging, reprise, requital, refaction.
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