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FIDES

Definition (1910 Edition)

Lat. Faith; honesty: confidence; trust; veracity; honor. Occurring in the phrases “dona fides,” (good faith,) “mala fides,” (bad faith,) and “uberrima fides,” (the utmost or most abundant good faith.)
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.