What is the definition of Durance?

Definition of durance
1 archaic : endurance. 2 : restraint by or as if by physical force —usually used in the phrase durance vile.
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What is durance vile?

Noun. durance vile (uncountable) (obsolete) A long prison sentence. quotations ▼ If you continue on your present course, my reckless and rowdy friend, you will find yourself in durance vile.
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What is the meaning of incarceration?

Definition of incarceration

: confinement in a jail or prison : the act of imprisoning someone or the state of being imprisoned Despite the drop in crime in past decades, rates of arrest and incarceration in New York City have not gone down.—
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What is the English meaning of Mcmahon?

Irish: Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac Mathghamhna, a patronymic from the byname Mathghamhain meaning 'good calf'.
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Is McMahan Irish or Scottish?

The surname McMahan was first found in County Clare (Irish: An Clár) located on the west coast of Ireland in the province of Munster, where the MacMahons were lords of Corca Baisgin; and possessed the greater part of the baronies of Moyarta and Clonderlaw.
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What is the meaning of the word DURANCE?



Is McMahon a common name?

In the United States, the name McMahon is the 990th most popular surname with an estimated 29,844 people with that name. However, in Canada, the name McMahon is ranked the 885th most popular surname with an estimated 6,042 people with that name.
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Is incarceration the same as jail?

This confinement, whether before or after a criminal conviction, is called incarceration. Juveniles and adults alike are subject to incarceration. A jail is a facility designed to confine persons after arrest and before trial, or for a short period upon conviction for a lesser offense.
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What is an example of incarceration?

Incarcerate is defined as to put in jail or shut inside a place. An example of incarcerate is putting a person in prison. An example of incarcerate is putting a lion in a cage.
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What is the difference between incarceration and imprisonment?

As explained above, imprisonment also refers to a state of incarceration in that it entails a person confined to a prison as a result of been convicted of a crime. However, unlike incarceration, the dictionary defines imprisonment to mean the act of restraining the personal liberty of an individual.
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Where is Durance pillars of eternity?

Durance is a male human priest and one of the recruitable companions in Pillars of Eternity. He can be found in Magran's Fork, at the shrine of Magran in the center of the map. You simply need to talk to him, and unless refused, he will join the party.
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What is a boffin in British usage?

Definition of boffin

chiefly British. : a scientific expert especially : one involved in technological research.
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What is the meaning of Rance?

noun. a type of red marble, often with white or blue graining, that comes from Belgium.
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What are the 4 types of prisons?

Breaking Down the Different Types of Prisons in America
  • Prisons vs. jails. ...
  • State prisons. State prisons house offenders who have committed state crimes, such as assault, arson, robbery or homicide. ...
  • Federal prisons. ...
  • Private correctional institutions. ...
  • Juvenile detention centers. ...
  • Inside the criminal justice system.
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How long is a life sentence?

Life is when someone is alive, so a life sentence must mean a sentence that lasts until they die. But, it's not nearly that simple. A life sentence is technically the term for a prison sentence that is intended to last for the rest of the accused person's natural life.
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Does incarceration reduce crime?

Discussion and Conclusion Overall, the effect of incarceration rates has a relatively low impact on the increase of violent, murder, property, and burglary crime rates; however, evidence still suggests the higher the incarecration rates are, the more likely crime rates will increase as well.
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Where does the name McMahon come from?

McMahon, also spelled MacMahon (UK: /məkˈmɑːn/, US: /məkˈmæn, -ˈmeɪ. ən, -ˈmɑːn/; older Irish orthography: Mac Mathghamhna; reformed Irish orthography: Mac Mathúna) is an Irish surname meaning 'son of the bear', or more properly, 'cub of the divine bear'.
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Why is McMahon pronounced Mcman?

It comes from the old Gaelic "Mac Mathghamha" also the modern Irish version "Mac Mathúna" which comes from "mathghamhain" meaning bear. I also know the name McMahon means "son of bear" in Gaelic. I have heard it pronounced "MicMan, MacMan, Macmarn, Mac Muh HON, Mac Muh HAN,and Mic Muh HAN".
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What is the McMahon coat of arms?

Meaning of Symbols & Colors on the Mcmahon Coat of Arms

Denotes Peace and Sincerity. 'The Martyr's colour', signifies Military Fortitude and Magnanimity.
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Is boffin a derogatory term?

Comparisons with "nerd" and "geek" are common.. Nerds and geeks are currently "cool", or at least acceptable in the mainstream, and some believe the same is true of boffin by proxy. But it's often referred to as being "reclaimed", suggesting that if it isn't now, it definitely was a derogatory term.
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What does slime in slang mean?

What's up, slime? Slime is slang for a (usually male) “friend,” often used as a term of address, like dude or bro.
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