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This is a technical phrase used in Louisiana. It is a rent which issues out of land, and it is of its essence that it be perpetual, for if it be made but for a limited time, it is a lease. It may, however, be extinguished. … [Read more...] about RENTE FONCIERE

(Said to be corrupted from "rent-roll.") In English law. A roll on which the rents of a manor are registered or set down, and by which the lord's bailiff collects the same. It contains the lands and tenements let to each tenant, the names of the tenants, and other particulars. Cunningham; Holthonse. Rental bolls. In Scotch law. When the tithes (tiends) have been liquidated and … [Read more...] about RENTAL

One who has changed his profession of faith or opinion; one who has deserted his church or party. … [Read more...] about RENEGADE

A place appointed for meeting. 2. Among seamen it is usual when vessels sail under convoy, to have a rendezvous in case of dispersion by storm, an enemy, or other accident, 3. The place where military men meet and lodge, is also called a rendezvous. … [Read more...] about RENDEZVOUS

French law. This term, which is used in Louisiana, signifies an annuity for life. … [Read more...] about RENTE VIAGERE