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To bring someone into court through the use of force. … [Read more...] about HALE

In English law. The feast of All Saints, on the 1st of November; one of the cross-quarters of the year, was computed from Halimas to Candlemas. Wharton. … [Read more...] about HALIMAS

A residence that is a safe place within which to live or inhabit. Definitions vary but, in general, it would mean at a minimum that there is a sound structure providing adequate shelter, safe from toxic substances and provides reasonably adequate heat, hot water and plumbing and common utilities. … [Read more...] about HABITABLE

Engl. law. A recompense or amends made for violence offered to a person in holy orders. … [Read more...] about HAD BOTE

This is said of an inheritance which is not taken by the heirs, but remains in abeyance. … [Read more...] about HAEREDITAS JACENS