Meaning of 'Eye for an eye'
What does the saying 'Eye for an eye' mean?
Idiom: Eye for an eye
Meaning:
This is an expression for retributive justice, where the punishment equals the crime.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Law |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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