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Barrator

BAR'RATOR, n. [L. ferto; Eng.barter. See Barter.] 1. One who frequently excites suits at law; a common mover and maintainer of suits and controversies; an encourager of litigation. 2. The master of a ship, who...

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BAR'RATOR, n. [L. ferto; Eng.barter. See Barter.]

1. One who frequently excites suits at law; a common mover and maintainer of suits and controversies; an encourager of litigation.

2. The master of a ship, who commits any fraud, in the management of the ship, or in relation to his duties as master, by which the owner or insurers are injured.

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