In ecclesiastical law. A parish or church in England which has jurisdiction of ecclesiastical matters within itself, and independent of the ordinary, and is subject only to the metropolitan. … [Read more...] about PECULIAR
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PATROLMAN
A policeman assigned to duty in patrolling a certain beat or district; also the designation of a grade or rank in the organized police force of large cities, a patrolman being generally a private in the ranks, as distinguished from roundsmen, sergeants, lieutenants, etc. See State v. Wal bridge, 153 Mo. 194, 54 S. W. 447. … [Read more...] about PATROLMAN
PAWN (NOUN)
n. A bailment of goods to a creditor, as security for some debt or engagement ; a pledge. Story, Bailm. … [Read more...] about PAWN (NOUN)
PAYCHECK
The periodic payment of compensation to an employee, such as the bimonthly payment of an employee's salary or wages. … [Read more...] about PAYCHECK
PATRON
In ecclesiastical law. He who has the right, title, power, or privilege of presenting to an ecclesiastical benefice. In Roman law. The former master of an emancipated slave. In French marine law. The captain or master of a vessel. … [Read more...] about PATRON