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Lecherwite

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

Lecherwite [fr. legum, Sax., to lie with; wite, penalty], a fine for adultery or fornication, anciently paid to the lords of certain manors, 4 Inst. 206. See LAIRWITE.

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