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KINTLIDGE

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merc. law. This term is used by merchants and seafaring men to signify a ship's ballast. Mere. Dict. See KENTLAGE. … [Read more...]

KNIGHT-MARSHAL

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In English law. An officer in the royal household who has jurisdiction and cognizance of offenses committed within the household and verge, and of all contracts made therein, a member of the household being one of the parties. Wharton. … [Read more...]

KAIA

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A key, kay, or quay. Spelman. … [Read more...]

KEELAGE

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The right of demanding money for the bottom of ships resting in a port or harbor. The money so paid is also called keelage. … [Read more...]

KEY EMPLOYEE

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A term that, under the Family and Medical Leave Act, describes an employee of a company who lives within 75 miles of the company and is among the top 10% in compensation. … [Read more...]

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