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LECHERWITE, LAIRWITE

\lˈɛt͡ʃəwˌa͡ɪt], \lˈɛt‍ʃəwˌa‍ɪt], \l_ˈɛ_tʃ_ə_w_ˌaɪ_t]\

Definitions of LECHERWITE, LAIRWITE

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)

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A fine for adultery or fornication, anciently paid to the lords of certain manors. 4 Inst. 206.

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)
By Henry Campbell Black

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