Delayed; put off; remanded; postponed to a future time. Deferred life annuities. In English law. Annuities for the life of the purchaser, but not commencing until a date subsequent to the date of buying them, so that, if the purchaser die before that date, the purchase money is lost Granted by the commissioners for reduction of the national debt. See 16 & 17 Vict, c. 45, 2. … [Read more...] about DEFERRED
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DEFECTIVE
Having a defect. Unable to complete or fulfill its function. Lacking in some particular which is essential to the completeness, legal sufficiency, or security of the object spoken of; as, a "defective" highway or bridge. … [Read more...] about DEFECTIVE
DEFENDIT VIM ET INJURIAM
He defends the force and injury. Fleta, lib. 5, a 39, … [Read more...] about DEFENDIT VIM ET INJURIAM
DEFECTIVE CONDITION
Being dangerous because of defects in an item or that occur during use. … [Read more...] about DEFECTIVE CONDITION
DEFENDOUR
L. Fr. A defender or defendant; the party accused in an appeal. Britt. c. 22. … [Read more...] about DEFENDOUR