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An embellishment. In questions arising as to which of two things is to be considered as principal or accessory, it is the rule, that an ornament shall be considered as an accessory. Vide Accessory; Principal. … [Read more...] about ORNAMENT

One who is an apparent agent for a principle. … [Read more...] about OSTENSIBLE AGENT

In old English law. The trial by battle, which does not seem to have been usual in England before the time of the Conqueror, though originating in the kingdoms of the north, where it was practiced under the name of "holmgang," from the custom of fighting duels on a small island or holm. Wharton. … [Read more...] about ORNEST

Apparent authority. … [Read more...] about OSTENSIBLE AUTHORITY

Any person (but particularly a minor or infant) who has lost both (or one) of his or her parents. More particularly, a fatherless child. … [Read more...] about ORPHAN