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ORANDO PRO REGE ET REGNO

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An ancient writ which issued, while there was no standing collect for a sitting parliament, to pray for the peace and good government of the realm. … [Read more...]

OPTION

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In English eoclesiastical law. A customary prerogative of an archbishop, when a bishop is consecrated by him, to name a clerk or chaplain of his own to be provided for by such suffragan bishop; in lieu of which it is now usual tor the bishop to make over by deed to the archbishop, his executors and assigns, the next presentation of such dignity or benefice in the bishop's … [Read more...]

ORANGEMEN

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A party in Ireland who keep alive the views of William of Orange. Wharton. … [Read more...]

OPTION CONTRACT

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An enforceable contract where one party promises to keep an offer open for a specific period of time in return for consideration. … [Read more...]

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