See Also: BARLEYCORN(law)
John Barleycorn(dictionary)
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inimic (iou) and BARLEYCORN (law)


inimic (iou)



inimic adjective. arch. rare. L17.
[Latin inimicus: see ENEMY.]
Adverse, hostile.

BARLEYCORN (law)


BARLEYCORN. A lineal measure, containing one-third of an inch. Dane' s Ab. c. 211, a. 13, s. 9. The barleycorn was the first measure, with its division 211, a. 13, s. 9. The barleycorn was the first measure, with its division and multiples, of all our measures of length, superfices, and capacity. Id. and multiples, of all our measures of length, superfices, and capacity. Id. c. 211, a. 1 2, s. 2. c. 211, a. 1 2, s. 2.