UNLAWING

Verb

unlawing

present participle of unlaw

Source: Wiktionary


UNLAW

Un*law", v. t. Etym: [1st un- + law.]

1. To deprive of the authority or character of law. [Obs.]

2. To put beyond protection of law; to outlaw. [Obs.]

3. (Scots Law)

Definition: To impose a fine upon; to fine.

Un*law", n. Etym: [Pref. un- + law.] (Scots Law) (a) Any transgression or offense against the law. (b) A fine imposed as a penalty for violation of the law.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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