The chief of the French bar in its various centres, who presides in the council of discipline. Arg. Fr: Merc. Law, 546. … [Read more...] about BATONNIER
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BEACONAGE
Money paid for the maintenance of a beacon or signal light. … [Read more...] about BEACONAGE
BANKRUPTCY PETITION
A debtor must request of the federal bankruptcy court of his or her request to be granted the right to declare bankruptcy. It requires the court's approval. … [Read more...] about BANKRUPTCY PETITION
BANQUE
Fr. A bench; the table or counter of a trader, merchant, or banker. Banque route; a broken bench or counter; bankrupt. … [Read more...] about BANQUE
BARGAINEE
A person to whom a bargain is made; one who receives the advantages of a bargain. … [Read more...] about BARGAINEE
