That which is clear and evident by inspection or the plain words that are written. Usually it is used to describe a statute or proposed statute where the words themselves very clearly do not pass constitutional muster. … [Read more...] about ON ITS FACE
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OLIGOPOLY
A market condition where a few large sellers control the entire market. See also monopoly where one large seller controls the entire market. … [Read more...] about OLIGOPOLY
OMNIBUS
That which has multiple components, parts or items. … [Read more...] about OMNIBUS
ON OR ABOUT
A phrase used in reciting the date of an occurrence or conveyance, to escape the necessity of being bound by the statement of an exact date. … [Read more...] about ON OR ABOUT
OLOGRAPH
When applied to wills or testaments, this term signifies that they are wholly written by the testator himself. An instrument (e.g., a will) wholly written by the person from whom it emanates. … [Read more...] about OLOGRAPH