Particular

! Pertaining to a distinct thing, person or party.

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Involving title to a part only of the •whole inheritance: as, a particular estate, which is precedent to an estate in remain- •der,2 q. v. 3. Respecting a distinct portion or thing: as, particular average, q.v.,a, particular lien, ^. V., and opposed, respectively, to total and general, qq. v. 3. Directed to one fact, thing, or individual person: as, a particular — averment or state- Tjaent, or malice, gg. v. 4. Affecting a limited district: as, a particular custom, q. v. Particulars. Distinct parts, minutiae; ■details, items; specific allegations. Bill of particulars. An amplification, or more particular specification, of the matter set forth in a pleading.' Gives precise information as to the nature and extent of the demand made in the declaration. Is demandable of right where there are general counts in the declaration, and as to one or all counts. May be voluntarily furnished by the plaintiff. In effect, is an amendment or amplification of the count or counts.^ The scope of an order for particulars must ordinarily be a question of discretion.^ Independently of statutes, the courts have inherent power to order a bill of particulars in either a civil or a, criminal proceeding.