Latin meaning With official authority or literally "From the chair". Originally applied to the decisions of the popes from their cathedra, or chair. Hence, authoritative; having the weight of authority. … [Read more...]
EWAGE
(L. Fr. Ewe water.) In old English law. Toll paid for water passage, The same as aquage. Tomlins. … [Read more...]
EX CAUSA
Latin: By title. … [Read more...]
EWBRICE
Adultery; spouse breach; marriage breach. Cowell; Tomlins. … [Read more...]
EX CERTA SCIENTIA
Of certain or sure knowledge. These words were anciently used in patents, and imported full knowledge of the subject matter on the part of the king. See 1 Coke, 40b. … [Read more...]