Earnest given to servants when hired or retained. The same as arles-penny. Cowell. … [Read more...]
FEUDIST
A writer on feuds, as Cujacius, Spelman, etc. … [Read more...]
FERMER , FERMOR
A lessee; a farmer. One who holds a term, whether of lands or an incorporeal right, such as customs or revenue. … [Read more...]
FESTINUM REMEDIUM
Lat. A speedy remedy. The writ of assise was thus characterized (in comparison with the less expeditious remedies previously available) by the statute of Westminster 2, (13 Edw. I, c. 24.) … [Read more...]
FEUDO
In Spanish law. Feud or fee. White, New Recop. b. 2, tit. 2, c. 2. … [Read more...]