MAJORES
\mɐd͡ʒˈɔːz], \mɐdʒˈɔːz], \m_ɐ_dʒ_ˈɔː_z]\
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In Roman law and genealogical tables. The male ascendants beyond the sixth degree. In old English law. Greater persons; persons of higher condition or estate. Majori summae minor inest. In thb greater sum the less is included. 2 Kent, Comm. 618; Story, Ag.
By Henry Campbell Black
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.