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MOTU PROPRIO

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Lat. Of his own motion. The commencing words of a certain kind of papal rescript. … [Read more...]

MTD

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Month-to-Date … [Read more...]

MOU

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A Memorandum of Understanding. This is usually a non-binding memorandum that states all the terms upon which the parties agree and intend to draft into an enforceable contract. At times, it can be recognized as a contract under existing contract law. … [Read more...]

MOURNING

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This word has several significations. 1. It is the apparel worn at funerals, and for a time afterwards, in order to manifest grief for the death of some one, and to honor his memory. 2. The expenses paid for such apparel. 2. It has been held in England, that a demand for mourning furnished to the widow and family of the testator, is not a funeral expense. … [Read more...]

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