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Definition (1910 Edition)

YEAS AND NAYS. The affirmative and negative votes on a bill or measure before a legislative assembly. “Calling the yeas and nays” is calling for the individual and oral vote of each member, usually upon a call
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.