Soit

Fr. Let it be; be it so. A term used in several Law-French phrases employed in English law, particularly as expressive of the will or assent of the sovereign in formal communications with parliament or with private suitors.

— Soit baile aux commons. Let it be delivered to the commons. The form of indorsement on a bill when sent to the house of commons. Dyer, 93a.

— Soit baile aux seigneurs. Let it be delivered to the lords. The form of indorsement bn a bill in parliament when sent to the house of lords. Hob. Ilia.

— Soit droit fait al nartie. In English law. Let right be done to the party. A phrase written on a petition of right, and subscribed by the king.

— Soit fait oomme il est desire. Let it be as it is desired. The royal assent to private acts of parliament.