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IDEM

Definition (1910 Edition)

Lat. The same. According to Lord Coke, “idem” has two significations, sc., idem eyllabis seu verbis, (the same in syllables or words,) and idem re ec sensu, (the same in substance and in sense.) 10 Coke, 1244.
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.