In common parlance, and in the language of the auction-room, property is understood to be "struck off" or "knocked down," when the auctioneer, by the fall of his hammer, or by any other audible or visible announcement signifies to the bidder that he is entitled to the property on paylug the amount of his bid, according to the terms of the sale. Sherwood v. Reade, 7 Hill (X. Y.) … [Read more...] about STRIKE OFF
STREPITUS
In old records. Estrepement or strip; a species of waste or destruction of property. Spelman. … [Read more...] about STREPITUS
STRICTUM JUS
Latin: Strict right or law; the rigor of the law as distinguished from equity. … [Read more...] about STRICTUM JUS
STRICTISSIMI JURIS
The most strict right or law. In general, when a person receives an advantage, as the grant of a license, he is bound to conform strictly to the exercise of the rights given him by it, and in case of a dispute, it will be strictly construed. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition Lat. Of the strictest right or law. "Licenses being matter of special indulgence, the … [Read more...] about STRICTISSIMI JURIS
STRICT SETTLEMENT
When lands are settled to the parent for life, and after his death to his first and other sons in tail, and trustees are interposed to preserve the contingent remainders, this is called a strict settlement. … [Read more...] about STRICT SETTLEMENT