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Individual; distinct; particular ; disconnected. Generally used in law as opposed to "joint," though the more usual antithesis of the latter term is "several." Either of these words implies division, distribution, disconnection, or aloofness. See Merrill v. Pepperdine, 9 Ind. App. 416, 36 N. E. 921; Larzelere v. Starkweather, 38 Mich. 104. Separate action. As opposed to a joint … [Read more...] about SEPARATE

Latin: In Roman law. An Inclosure; an inclosed place where the people voted; otherwise called "ovile." In old English law. An inclosure or close. Cowell. … [Read more...] about SEPTUM

A doctrine that is generally accepted to be unconstitutional which provided for the separation of people based upon race but being treated equally in segregated institutions and facilities. … [Read more...] about SEPARATE BUT EQUAL

Lat. In Roman law. A division of the as, containing seven unciw, or duodecimal parts; the proportion of seven-.twelfths. Tayl. Civil Law, 492. … [Read more...] about SEPTUNX

That which belongs to one only of several persons; as, the separate estate of a partner, which does not belong to the partnership. . 2. The separate estate of a married woman, is that which belongs to her, and over which her husband has no right in equity. It may consist of lands or chattels. … [Read more...] about SEPARATE ESTATE