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SUPPLEMENTAL

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That which is added to a thing to complete it as a supplemental affidavit, which is an additional affidavit to make out a case; a supplemental bill. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition Something added to supply defects in the thing to which it is added, or in aid of which it is made. Supplemental affidavit. An affidavit made in addition to a previous one, in order to … [Read more...] about SUPPLEMENTAL

SUPERMAJORITY

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A vote where more than 50% is required, such as a 2/3 vote. Usually used as an anti-takeover measure by public companies. … [Read more...] about SUPERMAJORITY

SUPPLEMENTAL ANSWER

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One which was filed in chancery for the purpose of correcting, adding to, and explaining an answer already filed. … [Read more...] about SUPPLEMENTAL ANSWER

SUMPTUARY LAWS

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Laws made for the purpose of restraining luxury or extravagance, particularly against inordinate expenditures in the matter of apparel, food, furniture, etc. … [Read more...] about SUMPTUARY LAWS

SUPERARE RATIONES

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In old Scotch law. To have a balance of account due to one; to have one's expenses exceed the receipts. … [Read more...] about SUPERARE RATIONES

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