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Equal. A man's peers are his equals. A man is to be tried by his peers. 2. In England and some other countries, this is a title of nobility; as, peers of the realm. In the United States, this equality is not so much political as civil. A man who is not a citizen, is nevertheless to be tried by citizens. … [Read more...] about PEER

The wool pulled off the skin or pelt of dead sheep. 8 Hen. VI. c 22. … [Read more...] about PELT WOOL

In old English law. A toll or tax paid by travelers for the privilege of passing, on foot or mounted, through a forest or other protected place. Spelman. … [Read more...] about PEDAGE

Evaluation of work performed by others in the field or other employees or peers. This may occur in response to allegations of malpractice or poor performance. … [Read more...] about PEER REVIEW

The wool pulled off the skin or pelt of a dead ram. … [Read more...] about PELTWOOL