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Divisa: A divisa is a word that comes from the French word "diviser" which means "to divide". It has three meanings. Firstly, it refers to the division of goods by a will. Secondly, it is a boundary that separates neighboring lands. Lastly, it is a court held on such a boundary to settle disputes between tenants.
Definition: Divisa (di-vI-zə), n. [from French diviser "to divide"]
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The first example illustrates the first definition of divisa, which refers to the division of goods by a will. The second example illustrates the second definition, which refers to a boundary between neighboring lands. The third example illustrates the third definition, which refers to a court held on such a boundary to settle disputes between tenants.