Meaning Of The Word Barratry

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barratry in American English
the buying or selling of ecclesiastical or civil positions
noun: fraud by a master or crew at the expense of the owners of the ship or its cargo

barratry in British English
noun: (formerly) the vexatious stirring up of quarrels or bringing of lawsuits

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