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VIDUA REGIS

Categories: Constitutional

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Historical

Lat. In old English law. A king’s widow. The widow of a tenant in capite. So called, because she was not allowed to marry a second time without the king’s permission; obtaining her dower also from the assignment of the king, and having
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.