1. Anything by which the memory of a person or an event is preserved or perpetuated. A tomb where a dead body has been deposited. 2. In real property law and surveying, monuments are visible marks or indications left on natural or other objects indicating the lines and boundaries of a survey. In this sense the term includes not only posts, pillars, stone markers, cairns, and … [Read more...] about MONUMENT
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MORAL
1. Pertaining or relating to the conscience or moral sense or to the general principles of right conduct. 2. Cognizable or enforceable only by the conscience or by the principles of right conduct, as distinguished from positive law. 3. Depending upon or resulting from probability; raising a belief or conviction in the mind independent of strict or logical proof. 4. Involving or … [Read more...] about MORAL
MONEY LENT
In actions of assumpsit a count is frequently introduced in the declaration charging that the defendant promised to pay the plaintiff for money lent. To recover, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant received his money, but it is not indispensable that it should be originally lent. If, for example, money has been advanced upon a special contract, which has been abandoned … [Read more...] about MONEY LENT
MONOPOLIUM
The sole power, right or privilege of sale; monopoly; a monopoly. Calvin. … [Read more...] about MONOPOLIUM
MONEY ORDER
A trustworthy instrument of payment which is purchased from a bank, post office or other authorized entity. One purchases a money order by paying an amount of money to be paid and a transaction fee to the business which then issues an check which is recognized as trustworthy and guaranteeing that funds are available for payment. … [Read more...] about MONEY ORDER