Definition of Arras

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Definitions from Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition and Ballentine's Law Dictionary as are available for each term in each dictionary.
  • Arras
    Ballentine's Law Dictionary

    A gift which a Spanish husband makes to his bride.

  • Arras
    Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition

    In Spanish law. The donation which the husband makes to his wife, by reason or on account of marriage, and in consideration of the dote or portion, which he receives from her. Miller v. Dunn, 62 Mo. 219; Cutter v. Waddingham, 22 Mo. 254.