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CONVOCATION

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In ecclesiastical law. The general assembly of the clergy to consult upon ecclesiastical matters. … [Read more...]

CONVOY

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mar. law. A naval force under the command of an officer appointed by government, for the protection of merchant ships and others, during the whole voyage, or such part of it as is known to require such protection. 2. Warranties are sometimes inserted in policies of insurance that the ship shall sail with convoy. To comply with this warranty, five things are essential; first, … [Read more...]

CO-OPTATION

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A concurring choice. Sometimes applied to the act of the members of a corporation, in choosing a person to supply a vacancy. in their body. … [Read more...]

COO

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Chief Operating Officer … [Read more...]

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