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As Against, As Between

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

As against, as between, these words contrast the relative position of two persons with a tacit reference to a different relationship between one of them and a third person. For instance, the temporary bailee of a chattel is entitled to it, as between himself and a stranger, or as against a stranger; reference being made by this form of words to the rights of the bailor.

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