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A building or erection so well known as to need no definition. In general a man may build a wall on any part of his estate, to any height he may deem proper, and in such form as may best accommodate him; but he must take care not to erect a wall contrary to the local regulations, nor in such a manner as to be injurious to his neighbors. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal … [Read more...] about WALL

An atrocity or crime committed during times of war that is in violation of the rules and laws that govern wars, e.g. the Geneva Conventions. … [Read more...] about WAR CRIME

A well known street and the financial district in New York City and the location of the New York Stock Exchange. … [Read more...] about WALL STREET

(A) domestic relations. An infant placed by authority of law under the care of a guardian. 2. While under the care of a guardian a ward can make no contract whatever binding upon him, except for necessaries. When the relation of guardian and ward ceases, the latter is entitled to have an account of the administration of his estate from the former. During the existence of this … [Read more...] about WARD

In old English law. A wall; a sea-wall; a mound, bank, or wall erected in marshy districts as a protection against the sea. … [Read more...] about WALLIA