FAMILL
\fˈamɪl], \fˈamɪl], \f_ˈa_m_ɪ_l]\
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In Roman law. An action for the partition of the aggregatesuccession of a familia, where that devolved upon co-hacredcs. It was also applicableto enforce a contribution towards the necessary expenses incurred on thefamilia. See Mackeld. Rom. Law,
By Henry Campbell Black
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Snake's-head
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