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HAT MONEY

\hˈat mˈʌnɪ], \hˈat mˈʌnɪ], \h_ˈa_t m_ˈʌ_n_ɪ]\

Definitions of HAT MONEY

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)
1856 - A Law Dictionary

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In maritime law. Primage; a small duty paid to the captain and mariners of a ship.

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)
By Henry Campbell Black

Mar. law. The name of a small duty paid to the captain and mariners of a ship, usually called primage. (q. v.)

1856 - A Law Dictionary
By John Bouvier

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