Under or subject to the power of another; as, a wife is under the power of her husband; a child subject to that of his father; a slave to that of his master. … [Read more...] about SUB POTESTATE
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SUB SILENTIO
Under silence, without any notice being taken. Sometimes passing a thing sub silentio is evidence of consent. See Silence. … [Read more...] about SUB SILENTIO
SUB-AGENT
A person appointed by an agent to perform some duty, or the whole of the business relating to his agency. 2. Sub-agents may be considered in two points of view. 1. With regard to their rights and duties or obligations, towards their immediate employers. 2. As to their rights and obligations towards their superior or real principals. 3. 1. A sub-agent is generally invested with … [Read more...] about SUB-AGENT
SUBALTERN
An inferior or subordinate officer. An officer who exercises his authority under the superintendence and control of a superior. … [Read more...] about SUBALTERN
SUB-BALLIVUS
In old English law. An under-balliff; a sheriff's deputy. Fleta, lib. 2, c. 68. 2. … [Read more...] about SUB-BALLIVUS