in certain contingencies

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• lottery — /lotoriy/ A chance for a prize for a price. A scheme for the distribution of a prize or prizes by lot or chance, the number and value of which is determined by the operator of lottery. U.S. v. Baker, C.A.Pa., 364 F.2d 107, 111. Essential elements …   Black's law dictionary

• lieutenant — /l(y)uwtenant/leftenant/ A deputy; substitute; an officer who supplies the place of another; one acting by vicarious authority. Etymologically, one who holds the post or office of another, in the place and stead of the latter. The word is used in …   Black's law dictionary