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Legal Definitions - bes
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Definition of bes
Definition: BES (bes), n. is a term used in Roman and Civil law.
- Roman law: It refers to two-thirds of the Roman as, or pound, consisting of 8 unciae (ounces) out of 12. For example, if a Roman as weighs 12 ounces, then BES would be equal to 8 ounces.
- Civil law: It refers to two-thirds of an inheritance. For instance, if someone inherits $90,000, then BES would be equal to $60,000.
These examples illustrate that BES is a fraction that represents two-thirds of a whole. In Roman law, it is used to measure weight, while in Civil law, it is used to determine the share of an inheritance.
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Simple Definition
BES: A term used in Roman and Civil law. In Roman law, it refers to two-thirds of the Roman as or pound, which is made up of 8 ounces out of 12. In Civil law, it refers to two-thirds of an inheritance.
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