Lat. Both; each. "The justices, being in doubt as to the meaning of this word in an indictment, demanded the opinions of grammarians, who delivered their opinions that this word doth aptly signify one of them." 1 Leon. 241. … [Read more...] about UTERQUE
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USURPED POWER
insurance. By an article of the printed proposals which are considered as making a part of the contract of insurance it is provided, that No loss of damage by fire, happening by any invasion, foreign enemy, or any military or usurped power whatsoever will be made good by this company. Lord Chief J. Wilmot, Mr. Justice Clive, and Mr. Justice Bathurst, against the opinion of Mr. … [Read more...] about USURPED POWER
UTFANGTHEF
In Saxon and old English law. The privilege of a lord of a manor to judge and punish a thief dwelling out of his liberty, and committing theft without the same, if he were caught within the lord's jurisdiction. Cowell. … [Read more...] about UTFANGTHEF
USURPER
government. One who assumes the right of government by force, contrary to and in violation of the constitution of the country. … [Read more...] about USURPER
UTI
Lat. In the civil law. To use. Strictly, to use for necessary purposes; as distinguished from "frui" to enjoy. Heinecc. Elem. lib. 2, tit. 4, … [Read more...] about UTI