An unborn child. Also spelled as foetus. … [Read more...] about FETUS
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FERNIGO
In old English law. A waste ground, or place where fern grows. Cowell. … [Read more...] about FERNIGO
FEU
In Scotch law. A holding or tenure where the vassal, in place of military service, makes his return in grain or money. Distinguished from "wardholding," which is the military tenure of the country. Bell. Fen annuals. The reddendo, or annual return from the vassal to a superior in a feu bolding. Fen holding. A holding by tenure of rendering grain or money in place of military … [Read more...] about FEU
FERRI
In the civil law. To be borne; that is on or about the person. This was distinguished from portari, (to be carried,) which signified to be carried on an animal. Pig. 50, 16, 235. … [Read more...] about FERRI
FEU ET LIEU
Fr. In old French and Canadian law. Hearth and home. A term importing actual settlement upon laud by a tenant. … [Read more...] about FEU ET LIEU