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BEGA

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A land measure used in the East Indies. In Bengal it is equal to about a third part of an acre. … [Read more...] about BEGA

BELOW PAR

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Stock that is selling for less than its par value (or face value). … [Read more...] about BELOW PAR

BENEFICIARY

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(A) This term is frequently used as synonymous with the technical phrase cestui que trust. (B) The refers to a person or entity that is legally entitled to receive benefits pursuant to some legal device, for example, an insurance policy, a trust or a will. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition One for whose benefit a trust is created; a cestui que trust. 1 Story, Eq. … [Read more...] about BENEFICIARY

BEARER INSTRUMENT

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An instrument that is payable to the bearer or holder. … [Read more...] about BEARER INSTRUMENT

BEGGAR

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One who lives by begging charity, or who has no other means of support than solicited alms. … [Read more...] about BEGGAR

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