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A word derived from the Roman law, signifying "appointed by public authority." Thus, In Scotland, an executordative is an executor appointed by a court of Justice, corresponding to an English administrator. Mozley & Whitley. In old English law. In one's gift; that may be given and disposed of at will and pleasure. … [Read more...] about DATIVE

The raised floor at the upper end of a hall. … [Read more...] about DAGUS, OR DAIS

In old English law. Condemned ; prohibited by law; unlawful. Damnatus coitus, an unlawful connection. … [Read more...] about DAMNATUS

A recidivist who has been convicted of a serious crime. … [Read more...] about DANGEROUS OFFENDER

Every day; every day in the week; every day in the week except one. A newspaper which is published six, days in each week is a "daily" newspaper. … [Read more...] about DAILY