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QUZESTUS

Categories: Latin Maxims

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Latin

L. Lat. That estate whicha man has by acquisition or purchase, in contradistinction to “haAredttas,” which is what he has by descent. Glan. 1, 7, c. 1.
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.