Used especially of the gowns worn in England by king's counsel; hence, "to take silk" means to attain the rank of king's counsel. Mozley & Whitley. … [Read more...] about SILK GOWN
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SIGNATURE
The act of writing one's name upon a deed, note, contract or other instrument, either to identify or authenticate it or to give it validity as one's own act. The name so written is also called a "signature." It is not necessary that a party should write his name himself, to constitute a signature; his mark is now held sufficient though he was able to write. In ecclesiastical … [Read more...] about SIGNATURE
SILVA
Latin: In the civil law. Wood; a wood. … [Read more...] about SILVA
SIGNED AND SEALED
A fully and duly executed document (may not necessarily include a seal or company seal.) … [Read more...] about SIGNED AND SEALED
SICH
A little current of water, which is dry in summer; a water furrow or gutter. Cowell. … [Read more...] about SICH