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In real property law. Such circumstances, In regard to situation, outlook, access to a water course, or the like, as enhance the pleasantness or desirability of an estate for purposes of residence, or contribute to the pleasure and enjoyment of the occupants, rather than to their indispensable needs. In England, upon the building of a railway or the construction of other public … [Read more...] about AMENITY

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In the Roman law. A going around; a path worn by going around. A space of at least two and a half feet in width, between neighboring houses, left for the convenience of going around them. Calvin. The procuring of a public office by money or gifts; the unlawful buying and selling of a public office. Inst 4, 18, 11; Dig. 48, 14. Ambulatoria est voluntas defunc^i usque ad vitse … [Read more...] about AMBITUS

In medical jurisprudence. Insanity; idiocy. See Insanity. … [Read more...] about AMENTIA

A term applied in England to the merger or consolidation of two incorporated companies or societies. In the case of the Empire Assurance Corporation, (1867,) L. R. 4 Eq. 347, the vice chancellor said: "It is difficult to say what the word 'amalgamate' means. I confess at this moment I have not the least conception of what the full legal effect of the word is. We do not find it … [Read more...] about AMALGAMATION