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Definition of Cypres
1. n. A rule for construing written instruments so as to conform as nearly to the intention of the parties as is consistent with law.
Definition of Cypres
1. Noun. cypress ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Cypres
1. a legal doctrine [n -ES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Cypres
Literary usage of Cypres
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Collectanea Anglo-poetica: Or, A Bibliographical and Descriptive Catalogue by Thomas Corser, James Crossley (1878)
"A cypres Garland. For the Sacred Forehead of our late Soveraigne King lames.
By Hugh Holland. P. Quid; Naso. ..."
2. The Hindu Law of Impartible Property Including Endowments by Jogendra Chundra Ghose (1908)
"The cypres docrine has been held to be applicable to charities in India. (3) On
failure of the objects of a trust a suit may be brought to have the funds ..."
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