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Clausula generalis non refertur ad expressa

Defined in 2 dictionaries — Ballentine's (1916), Black's (1910)

Ballentine's Law Dictionary

James A. Ballentine · 1916

A general clause does not refer to matters expressly mentioned.

Black's Law Dictionary

Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910

8 Coke, 154. A general clause does not refer to things expressed.