Meaning Of The Word Casus belli

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Casus belli Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Casus belli?

casus belli in American English
an event or political occurrence that brings about a declaration of war
an event provoking war or used as a pretext for making war

casus belli in British English
noun: an event or act used to justify a war

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