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Simple English definitions for legal terms
saemend
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A quick definition of saemend:
Term: saemend
Definition: A saemend is someone who helps settle a disagreement between two people. They are like a judge who listens to both sides and makes a fair decision. In the past, saemends were often used to resolve disputes in Old English society.
A more thorough explanation:
saemend
A saemend is someone who is chosen to settle a dispute between two parties. They are like a judge or referee.
- When two neighbors couldn't agree on the property line, they hired a saemend to make a decision.
- The saemend listened to both sides of the argument and then made a fair ruling.
The examples show how a saemend is someone who is called upon to make a decision when two parties cannot agree. They are chosen because they are seen as impartial and fair, and their decision is final.