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HIGH TREASON

English law. Treason against the king, in contradistinction with petit treason, which is the treason of a servant towards his master; a wife towards her husband; a secular or religious man against his prelate. See Petit treason; Treason. … [Read more...] about HIGH TREASON

HINDU LAW

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The system of native law prevailing among the Gentoos, and administered by the government of British India. … [Read more...] about HINDU LAW

HIGH WATER MARK

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That part of the shore of the sea to which the waves ordinarily reach when he tide is at its highest. … [Read more...] about HIGH WATER MARK

HINE, OR HIND

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In old English law. A husbandry servant. … [Read more...] about HINE, OR HIND

HEROUD, HERAUD

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L. Fr. A herald. … [Read more...] about HEROUD, HERAUD

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