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A drug that affects the senses or perception, frequently used to describe illegal drugs that are not able to be possessed or used without specific exception such as for medicinal purposes as prescribed by a physician. Usually referring to controlled substances such as marijuana, cocaine, opium, LSD and heroin. … [Read more...] about NARCOTICS

A lineal measure of two inches and a quarter. … [Read more...] about NAIL

A common abbreviation of "norratio," (q. v.) A declaration in an action. Jacob. … [Read more...] about NARR

This word is used in a metaphorical sense to denote that a thing is not complete, and for want of some quality it is either without power, or it possesses a limited power. A naked contract, is one made without consideration, and, for that reason, it is void; a naked authority, is one given without any right in the agent, and wholly for the benefit of the principal. Law … [Read more...] about NAKED

Latin: One of the common law names for a plaintiff's count or declaration, as being a narrative of the facts on which he relies. … [Read more...] about NARRATIO