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DOWMENT

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In old English law. Endowment; dower. Grogan v. Garrison, 27 Ohio St 61. … [Read more...]

DOWN PAYMENT

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An initial, lump sum cash payment paid by a purchaser of real estate or property of significant value that will likely be financed, such as a home or a truck. The buyer usually takes out a loan and pays monthly installments. … [Read more...]

DRAM

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In common parlance this term means a drink of some substance containingalcohol something which can produce intoxication. … [Read more...]

DOWNSIZE

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To reduce, usually a workforce. … [Read more...]

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