Lat. In old English law. A king's widow. The widow of a tenant in capite. So called, because she was not allowed to marry a second time without the king's permission; obtaining her dower also from the assignment of the king, and having the king for her patron and defender. Spelman. … [Read more...]
VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
The title of the second officer, in point of rank, in the government of the United States. 2. To obtain a correct idea of the law relating to this officer, it is proper to consider; 1. His election. 2. The duration of his office. 3. His duties. 3. 1. He is to be elected in the manner pointed out under the article President of the United States. See, also, 3 Story on the Const. … [Read more...]
VIDUITATIS PROFESSIO
Lat. The making a solemn profession to live a sole and chaste woman. … [Read more...]
VICEROY
A person clothed with authority to act In place of the king; hence, the usual title of the governor of a dependency. … [Read more...]
VIDUITY
Widowhood. … [Read more...]