civil (adj) — sense 3

In a peaceful and well-ordered state.

Example

Herein thou haſt done good ſeruice to thy country:
VVere all inhumaine ſlaues ſo ſerued as he,
England would be ciuill, and from all ſuch dealings free.

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Part of speech

adjective

Lexeme: civil

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