In Hindu law. Corrupted from Kachari. A court; a hall; an office; the place where any public business is transacted. … [Read more...] about CUTCHERRY
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CUSTOM
A usage or practice of the people, which, by common adoption and acquiescence, aud by long and unvarying habit, has become compulsory, and has acquired the force of a law with respect to the place or subject matter to which it relates. Adams v. Insurance Co., 95 Pa. 355. 40 Am. Rep. 662; Lindsay v. Cusimano (C. C.) 12 Fed. 504 ; Strother v. Lucas, 12 Pet. 445. 9 L. Ed. 1137; … [Read more...] about CUSTOM
CUTH, COUTH
Sax. Known, knowing, Uncuth, unknown. See COUTHUTLAUGH, UNCUTH. … [Read more...] about CUTH, COUTH
CUSTOM AND USAGE
The practice that was in place and customary for a period of time that is for such length that it has the effect of law. … [Read more...] about CUSTOM AND USAGE
CURRENT VALUE
The current value of imported commodities is their common market price at the place of exportation without reference to the price actually paid by the importer. … [Read more...] about CURRENT VALUE