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FRIENDLESS MAN

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In old English law. An outlaw; so called because he was denied all help of friends. Bract lib. 3, tr. 2, c. 12. … [Read more...]

FRIENDLY

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In business, usually referring to an amicable agreement to do something. … [Read more...]

FRESH PURSUIT

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The act of pursuing cattle which have escaped, or are being driven away from land, when they were liable to be distrained, into other places. 3 Bouv. Inst. n. 2470. … [Read more...]

FRIENDLY SOCIETIES

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In English law. Associations supported by subscription, for. the relief and maintenance of the members, or their wives, children, relatives, and nominees, in sickness, infancy, advanced age, widowhood, etc. The statutes regulating these societies were consolidated and amended by St. 38 & 39 Vict c. 60. Wharton. … [Read more...]

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