An ascertained number; the term is usually applied in opposition to an indefinite number. 2. When there is a definite number of corporators, in order to do a lawful act, a majority of the whole must be present; but it is not necessary they should, be unanimous; a majority of those present can, in general, perform the act. But when the corporators consist of an indefinite … [Read more...] about DEFINITE NUMBER
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DEFUNCTUS
Latin: Dead. "Defunctus sine prole," dead without (leaving) issue. … [Read more...] about DEFUNCTUS
DEFINITE SENTENCE
A sentence clearly set forth by law for a period of time that is not modifiable of subject to the discretion of the judge. … [Read more...] about DEFINITE SENTENCE
DEGASTER
L. Fr. To waste. … [Read more...] about DEGASTER
DEFINITIO
Lat. Definition, or, more strictly, limiting or bounding; as in the maxim of the civil law: Omnia definitio periculosa est, parum est enim ut non subverti possit, (Dig. 50, 17, 202;) i.e., the attempt to bring the law within the boundaries of precise definitions is hazardous, as there are hut few cases in which such a limitation cannot be subverted. … [Read more...] about DEFINITIO