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ULTERIOR MOTIVE
A hidden or concealed motive that is different than the one that is apparent. … [Read more...] about ULTERIOR MOTIVE
UMPIRAGE
The decision of an umpire. The word "umpirage," in reference to an umpire, is the same as the word "award," in reference to arbitrators; but "award" is commonly applied to the decision of the umpire also. … [Read more...] about UMPIRAGE
ULTIMA RATIO
Latin meaning The last argument ; the last resort; the means last to be resorted to. The last will of a testator is to be fulfilled according to his true intention. … [Read more...] about ULTIMA RATIO
UMPIRE
(A) Another term for an arbiter or arbitrator. It is also used to resolve arbitration proceedings where the original arbitrators (there may be more than one) cannot unanimously agree upon a decision or award. (B) A person selected by two or more arbitrators. When they are authorize to do so by the submission of the parties, and they cannot agree as to the subject-matter … [Read more...] about UMPIRE