writs of assistance
writs of assistance is the plural of writ of assistance.
Meaning of writ of assistance
Noun
writ of assistance (plural writs of assistance)
- a court order that authorized customs officers to conduct general searches of premises for contraband; a form of search warrant
Questions about writs of assistance
- What is writs of assistance the plural of?
- Writs of assistance is the plural of writ of assistance.
Words near writs of assistance in the dictionary
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