Hunger
Defined in 2 dictionaries — Bouvier (1914), Bouvier (1839)
Bouvier's Law Dictionary and Concise Encyclopedia
John Bouvier; revised by Francis Rawle · 1914
The desire to eat. Hunger is no excuse for larceny; 1 Hale, PI. Cr. 64; 4 Bla. CJom. 31. As to death from hunger, see Death.
A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States
John Bouvier · 1839
The necessity for taking food. Hunger is no excuse for larceny. 1 Hale, P. C. 54; 4 Bl. Com. 31. It is a matter which applies itself strongly to the consciences of the judges in mitigation of the punishment.