LADA
\lˈɑːdə], \lˈɑːdə], \l_ˈɑː_d_ə]\
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In Saxon law. A purgation, or mode of trial by which one purged himself of an accusation ; as by oath or ordeal. Spelman. A water-course; a trench or canal for draining marshy grounds. In old English, a lade or load. Spelman. In old English law. A court of justice; a lade or lath. Cowell.
By Henry Campbell Black
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