One who is an apparent agent for a principle. … [Read more...] about OSTENSIBLE AGENT
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ORNEST
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
OSTENSIBLE AUTHORITY
Apparent authority. … [Read more...] about OSTENSIBLE AUTHORITY
ORGANIZE
To establish or furnish with organs; to systematize; to put into working order; to arrange in order for the normal exercise of Its appropriate functions. The word "organize," as used In railroad and other charters, ordinarily signifies the choice and qualification of all necessary officers for the transaction of the business of the corporation. This is usually done after all … [Read more...] about ORGANIZE
ORDINARY(NOUN)
n. At common law. One who has exempt and immediate jurisdiction In causes ecclesiastical. Also a bishop; and an archbishop is the ordinary of the whole province, to visit and receive appeals from inferior jurisdictions. Also a commissary or official of a bishop or other ecclesiastical judge having judicial power; an archdeacon; officer of the royal household. Wharton. In … [Read more...] about ORDINARY(NOUN)