This word has had various meanings at different stages of history. In the Roman law, it denoted one who was either born free or emancipated, and was the opposite of "slave." In feudal law, it designated an allodial proprietor, as distinguished from a vassal or feudal tenant. (And so in Pennsylvania colonial law. Fry's Election Case, 71 Pa. 308, 10 Am. Rep. 698.) In old English … [Read more...] about FREEMAN
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FREEDOM FROM ENCUMBRANCE
Without any third party lien or other claim of right or title to the property. … [Read more...] about FREEDOM FROM ENCUMBRANCE
FREEMIUM
Where part of a service is free but with other portions or premium services being provided at a cost. … [Read more...] about FREEMIUM
FREEDOM OF ASSEMBLY
A constitutional right for people to gather to discuss issues of public concern and importance. … [Read more...] about FREEDOM OF ASSEMBLY
FREEWARE
Computer software made available whose owner provides usage rights free of charge for an unlimited period of time. … [Read more...] about FREEWARE