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diplomatic immunity

 

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Noun diplomatic immunity has 1 sense
  1. diplomatic immunity - exemption from taxation or normal processes of law that is offered to diplomatic personnel in a foreign country
    --1 is a kind of
    exemption, freedom

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Diplomatic Immunity

Description:

Diplomatic immunity refers to a legal privilege granted to diplomats and their families, exempting them from prosecution or legal actions in the host country. It is designed to ensure the smooth functioning of diplomatic relations and protect diplomats from interference.

Senses:

Noun

1. The legal protection granted to diplomats and their families to shield them from prosecution or legal actions in the host country.

2. A principle of international law that ensures the independence and inviolability of diplomatic agents and their functions.

Sample Sentences:

1. The ambassador invoked diplomatic immunity to avoid being arrested by the local authorities.

2. The diplomat's wife enjoys diplomatic immunity and cannot be sued for her actions.

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