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The word "equitable" has its roots in the Latin phrase "aequum et bonum," which means "equal and good." This phrase was used by Roman jurists to refer to principles of fairness and justice that were not strictly bound by written law.
The idea of equity as a distinct legal concept developed during the Middle Ages, when judges sought to supplement the often rigid common law with more flexible principles based on reason and justice. Over time, equity courts were established to deal with cases where the common law was inadequate or harsh.
Today, "equitable" is commonly used in the legal and ethical contexts to denote actions or decisions that are fair and just, even if they may not be strictly in accordance with the letter of the law.
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