This word is said to be derived from a huissier, and is the name of an inferior officer in some English courts of law Archbishop. … [Read more...] about USHER
USUFRUCTUARY
civil law. One who has the right and enjoyment of an usufruct. 2. Domat, with his usual clearness, points out the duties of the usufructuary, which are, 1. To make an inventory of the things subject to the usufruct, in the presence of those having an interest in them. 2. To give security for their restitution; when the usufruct shall be at an end. 3. To take good care of the … [Read more...] about USUFRUCTUARY
USQUE
Latin: Up to; until. This is a word of exclusion, and a release of all demands usque ad a certain day does not cover a bond made on that day. 2 Mod. 28. … [Read more...] about USQUE
USQUE AD FILUM AQUAE, OR VIAE
Up to the middle of the stream or road. … [Read more...] about USQUE AD FILUM AQUAE, OR VIAE
USER
(A) The actual exercise or enjoyment of any right or property. It is particularly used of franchises. Adverse user. An adverse user is such a use of the property as the owner himself would make, asking no permission, and disregarding all other claims to it, so far as they conflict with this use. (B) A person who uses or operates something, such as a computer, a machine or a … [Read more...] about USER