A boundary line, as going around a place; an exterior or inclosing line or limit. The limits or circumference of a power or Jurisdiction; the line circumscribing any subject matter. … [Read more...] about AMBIT
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AMENITY
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
Am. U. L. Rev.
American University Law Review … [Read more...] about Am. U. L. Rev.
AMBITUS
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
AMENTIA
In medical jurisprudence. Insanity; idiocy. See Insanity. … [Read more...] about AMENTIA