med. jur. That state of the mind which cannot perceive and embrace the data presented to it by the senses; and therefore the stupid person can, in general, form no correct judgment. It is a want of the perceptive powers. … [Read more...] about STUPIDITY
SUB
Lat. Under; upon. Sub colore Juris. Under color of right; under a show or appearance of right or rightful power. Sub conditione. Upon condition. The proper words to express a condition in a conveyance, and to create an estate upon condition. Graves v. Deterling, 120 N. Y. 447, 24 N. EL 655. Sub disjunctione. In the alternative. Fleta, lib. 2, c. 60, f 21. Sub Judice. Under or … [Read more...] about SUB
STURGEON
A royal fish which, when either thrown ashore or caught near the coast is the property of the sovereign. 2 Steph. Comm. 19n, 540. … [Read more...] about STURGEON
STUFF GOWN
The professional robe worn by barristers of the outer bar; viz., those who have not been admitted to the rank of king's counsel. Brown. … [Read more...] about STUFF GOWN
STUPRUM
Latin: In the civil law. Unlawful intercourse with a woman. Distinguished from adultery as being, committed with a virgin or widow. Dig. 48, 5, 6. … [Read more...] about STUPRUM