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To be able to differentiate between two items, usually used when comparing to reported cases where one case appears to have a similar ruling on a similar issue but is, in fact, not the same and distinguished from another case. To point out an essential difference; to prove a case cited as applicable, inapplicable. … [Read more...] about DISTINGUISH

That virtue, whose object it is to distribute rewards and punishments to every one according to his merits or demerits. … [Read more...] about DISTRIBUTIVE JUSTICE

Able to be differentiated or distinguished. … [Read more...] about DISTINGUISHABLE

An heir's share from an intestate estate. The amount that a partner of a dissolved partnership receives. … [Read more...] about DISTRIBUTIVE SHARE

This term is used in certain state statutes to express a state of insanity. … [Read more...] about DISTRACTED PERSON