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SWEEPSTAKES

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A promotion where prizes are awarded based upon chance. When in reference to gambling, it is a contest where the winning better or betters receive all of the money that has been wagered. … [Read more...]

SUZEREIGN

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L. Fr. In French and feudal law. The immediate vassal of the king; a crown vassal. … [Read more...]

SWEIN

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In old English law. A freeman or freeholder within the forest. … [Read more...]

SWEINMOTE

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In forest law. A court holden before the verderors, as judges, by the steward of the sweinmote, thrice in every year, the sweins or freeholders within the forest composing the jury. Its principal jurisdiction was-First, to inquire into the oppressions and grievances committed by the officers of the forest; and, secondly, to receive and try presentments certified from the court … [Read more...]

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