01 n. The saving of a son or a slave with the father's or master's consent; a little property or stock of one's own; any exclusive personal or se…
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The saving of a son or a slave with the father's or master's consent; a little property or stock of one's own; any exclusive personal or separate property.(Rom. Law)
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A special fund for private and personal uses.“A slight peculium only subtracted to supply his snuff box and tobacco pouch.” — Sir W. Scott.