contracts. A species of security by which the borrower of a sum of money, made over his estate to the lender, until he had received that sum out of the issues and profits of the land; it was so called because neither the money nor the lands were lost, and were not left in lead pledge, but this was a living pledge, for the profits of the land were constantly paying off the debt. … [Read more...] about VADIUM VIVUM
VADIMONIUM
Latin: In Roman law. Bail or security; the giving of bail for appearance in court; a recognizance. Calvin. … [Read more...] about VADIMONIUM
VACATIO
Latin: In the civil law. Exemption; immunity; privilege; dispensation; exemption from the burden of office. Calvin. … [Read more...] about VACATIO
VACATION
That period of time between the end of one term and beginning of another. During vacation, rules and orders are made in such cases as are urgent, by a judge at his chambers. Employment. Vacation is time off from work, usually paid days, also known as "holiday" in England and international territories. … [Read more...] about VACATION
VACUUS
Latin: In the civil law. Empty; void; vacant; unoccupied. Calvin. … [Read more...] about VACUUS