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This word, in an indictment adds nothing to the force and effect of the word "kill," when used with reference to the taking of human life. It is particularly applicable to the taking of human life in battle; and, when it is not used in this sense, it is synonymous with "kill." State v. Thomas, 82 La. Ann. 85X … [Read more...] about SLAY

(verb) - In Scotch practice. To stay proceedings. Bell.(noun) - In Scotch practice. A stay or suspension of proceedings; an order for a stay of proceedings. BelL … [Read more...] about SIST

A woman who has the same father and mother with another, or has one of them only. In the first case she is called sister, simply; in the second, half sister. Vide Brother; Children; Descent; Father; Mother. The word is the correlative of "brother." … [Read more...] about SISTER

To hold court, e.g. a judge will sit on the bench. To hold a session, as of a court, grand Jury, legislative body, etc. To be formally organized and proceeding with the transaction of business. … [Read more...] about SIT

To hold court in a private hearing or within the confines of the judge's chambers. … [Read more...] about SIT IN CAMERA