by rights



by rights

Justly, in fairness, as in By rights he should have been chosen first. Originally put as by right, this term was first recorded about 1315.
See also: right

by rights

In a just or proper manner; justly.
See also: right

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
BronteBRAHN-teeEnglish (Rare)
Mcmillan[mək'milən]
AideenAY-deen Irish
ArminAHR-meenGerman
Foreman['fɔ:mən]
TysonTIE-sənEnglish