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That principle which requires us to give every one his due. Nul ne doit slenrichir aux de ens du droit d'autrui. 2. The very object of social order is to promote honesty, and to restrain dishonesty; to do justice and to prevent injustice. It is no less a maxim of law than of religion, do unto others as you wish to be done by. … [Read more...] about HONESTY

In old English law. The maiming of a man. Blount. … [Read more...] about HOMIPLAGIUM

(A) High estimation. A testimony of high estimation. Dignity. Reputation. Dignified respect of character springing from probity, principle, or moral rectitude. A duel is not justified by any insult to our honor. Honor is also employed to signify integrity in a judge, courage in a soldier, and chastity in a woman. To deprive a woman of her honor is, in some cases, punished as a … [Read more...] about HONOR

Fr. Man; a man. This term is defined by the Civil Code of Louisiana to include a woman. Article 3522, notes 1, 2. … [Read more...] about HOMME

A title of courtesy given in England to the younger children of earls, and the children of viscounts and barons; and, collectively, to the house of commons. In America, the word is used as a title of courtesy for various classes of officials, but without any clear lines of distinction. … [Read more...] about HONORABLE