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Mese

Defined in 4 dictionaries — Cyclopedic (1922), Ballentine's (1916), Black's (1910), Stimson (1881)

The Cyclopedic Law Dictionary

Walter A. Shumaker and George Foster Longsdorf; ed. James C. Cahill · 1922

An ancient word used to signify "house;" probably from the French maison. It is said that by this word the buildings, curtilage, orchards, and gardens will pass. Co. Litt. 56.

Ballentine's Law Dictionary

James A. Ballentine · 1916

A house.

Black's Law Dictionary

Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910

A house and its appurtenance. Cowell.

Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law

Frederic Jesup Stimson · 1881

mais,/r. But. Mesaventure,/r. Mischance; accident. ■^.Homicide.