It is to be understood or known; “it is to-wit.” Lltt. g$ 9, 45, 46, 57, 59. A very common expression In Little-ton, especially at the commencement of a section; and, according to Lord Coke, “lt ever teacheth us some rule of law, or gen-eral or sure leading point” Co. Lltt. 16
Source: Black’s Law Dictionary 2nd Ed (1910)
