SWEINMOTE

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...] about SWEINMOTE

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

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...] about SWEEPSTAKES

Comprehensive; including in Its scope many persons or objects; as a sweeping objection. … [Read more...] about SWEEPING

Owning property or a business as a result of considerable effort and work contributed. For example, where a party creating a new online business requires significant programming to make it successful but does not have sufficient funds, a programmer may found who will contribute significant programming efforts in exchange for partial ownership in the business. … [Read more...] about SWEAT EQUITY