A wharf for the lading and unlading of merchandise from vessels. More commonly spelled "quay." An Instrument for fastening and opening a lock. This appears as an English word as early as the time of Bracton, in the phrase "cone et keye" being applied to women at a certain age, to denote the capacity of having charge of household affairs. Bract, fol. 866. See LOCK AND KEY. … [Read more...] about KEY
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KAIA
A key, kay, or quay. Spelman. … [Read more...] about KAIA
KEELAGE
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...] about KEELAGE
KEY EMPLOYEE
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...] about KEY EMPLOYEE
KAIAGE, OR KAIAGIUM
A wharfage-due." … [Read more...] about KAIAGE, OR KAIAGIUM