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BUREAU

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A French word, which literally means a large writing table. It is used figuratively for the place where business is transacted: it has been borrowed by us, and used in nearly the same sense; as, the bureau of the secretary of state. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition An office for the transaction of business. A name given to the several departments of the executive … [Read more...]

BURN

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To consume with fire. The verb "to burn," in an indictment for arson, is to be taken in its common meaning of "to consume with fire." Hester v. State, 17 Ga. 130. … [Read more...]

BUREAU OF ALCOHOL TOBACCO FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES

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The U.S. federal agency under the U.S. Department of Justice that carries out the law and licensing concerning guns and the movement of and crimes relating to alcohol, tobacco, firearms and explosives. … [Read more...]

BURGH-BRECHE

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A fine imposed on the community of a town, for a breach of the peace, etc … [Read more...]

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