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PATROCINIUM

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In Roman law. Patronage; protection; defense. The business or duty of a patron or advocate. … [Read more...] about PATROCINIUM

PAWN

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A pledge. Vide Pledge. … [Read more...] about PAWN

PAYABLE TO HOLDER

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Same as payable to bearer, the party in possession of the instrument. … [Read more...] about PAYABLE TO HOLDER

PATROLMAN

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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)

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n. A bailment of goods to a creditor, as security for some debt or engagement ; a pledge. Story, Bailm. … [Read more...] about PAWN (NOUN)

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