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Assize Definition & Meaning

assize
noun
  1. the regulation of weights and measures of articles offered for sale
  2. an ancient writ issued by a court of assize to the sheriff for the recovery of property

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What does assize mean?
the regulation of weights and measures of articles offered for sale an ancient writ issued by a court of assize to the sheriff for the recovery of property
What part of speech is assize?
Assize is a noun.
How many definitions does assize have?
Assize has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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