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RETRAOCTUS FEUDALIS

Categories: Latin Maxims

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Latin

L. Lat. In oid Scotch law. The power which a superior possessed of paying off a debt due to an adgaudging creditor, and taking a conveyance to the adjudication. Bell...
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.