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CURRIT QUATUOR PEDIBUS

Categories: Latin Maxims

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Latin

L. Lat. It runs upon four feet; or, as sometines expressed, it runs upon all fours. A phrase used in arguments to signify the entire and exact application of a case quoted. “It does not follow that they run quetuor pedibus.” 1 W. Bk 145.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.