"admanuensis" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: See ad- and amanuensis. Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} admanuensis
  1. (UK, law, historical) In old English law, one taking a corporal oath, that is, by laying the hand on the Bible, in distinction from one taking the oath in other forms, or affirming. Tags: UK, historical Categories (topical): Law
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