A union of different things. A patent may be taken out for a new combination of existing machinery, or machines. See 2 Mason, 112; and Composition of matter. 2. By combination is understood, in a bad sense, a union of men for the purpose of violating the law. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A conspiracy, or confederation of men for unlawful or violent deeds. A … [Read more...] about COMBINATION
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COMITISSA
In old English law. A countess; an earl's wife. … [Read more...] about COMITISSA
COMBUSTIO
Burning. In old English law. The punishment inflicted upon apostates. Combustio domorum. Houseburning; arson. 4 Bl. Comm. 272. Combustio pecunise. Burning of money; the ancient method of testing mixed and corrupt money, paid into the exchequer, by melting it down. … [Read more...] about COMBUSTIO
COMITIVA
In old English law. The dignity and office of a comes, (count or earl;) the same with what was afterwards called "comitatus." Also a companion or fellow-traveler; a troop or company of robbers. Jacob. … [Read more...] about COMITIVA
COMBUSTIO DOMORUM
Burning of houses; arson. … [Read more...] about COMBUSTIO DOMORUM