civil law. The grandson of a grandson or grand-daughter, or fourth descendant. Abneptis, is the grand-daughter of a grandson or grand-daughter. These terms are used in making genealogical tables. … [Read more...] about ABNEPOS
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ABRIDGMENT
An epitome or compendium of another and larger work, wherein the principal ideas of the larger work are summarily contained. Abridgments of the law are brief digests of the law, arranged alphabetically. The oldest are those of Fitzherbert, Brooke, and Rolle; the more modern those of Viner, Comyns, and Bacon. (1 Steph. Comm. 51.) The term "digest" has now supplanted that of … [Read more...] about ABRIDGMENT
ABILITY
Being capable of performing an act, having the necessary skills. … [Read more...] about ABILITY
ABODE
The place where a person dwells. Dorsey v. Brigham, 177 111. 250, 52 N. E. 303, 42 L. R. A. 809, 69 Am. St Rep. 228. … [Read more...] about ABODE
ABRIDGMENT OF DAMAGES
The right of the court to reduce the damages in certain cases. Vide Brooke, tit. "Abridgment." … [Read more...] about ABRIDGMENT OF DAMAGES