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Latin: In English history. Those acts of parliament which were passed to curb the arbitrary power of the crown. See PROVISION. … [Read more...] about PROVISIONES

Food for man; victuals. 2. As good provisions contribute so much to the health and comfort of man, the law requires that they shall be wholesome; he who sells unwholesome provisions, may therefore be punished for a misdemeanor. 3. And in the sale of provisions, the rule is, that the seller impliedly warrants that they are wholesome. … [Read more...] about PROVISIONS

A condition or provision which is inserted in a deed, lease, mortgage, or contract, and on the performance or nonperformance of which the validity of the deed, etc., frequently depends; it usually begins with the word "provided." A proviso in deeds or laws is a limitation or exception to a grant made or authority conferred, the effect of which is to declare that the one shall … [Read more...] about PROVISO

In English practice. A trial brought on by the defendant, in cases where the plaintiff, after issue joined, neglects to proceed to trial; so called from a clause in the writ to the sheriff, which directs him, in case, two writs come to his hands, to execute but one of them. 3 Bl. Comm. 357. … [Read more...] about PROVISO, TRIAL BY

In old English law. A provider, or purveyor. Spelman. Also a person nominated to be the next incumbent of a benefice (not yet vacant) by the pope. … [Read more...] about PROVISOR