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equitable

eq·ui·ta·ble [ ékwitəb'l ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. fair: characterized by justice or fairness and impartiality toward those involved ( formal )

2. relating to the law of equity: applicable under the law of equity as distinguished from common or statute law

[Mid-16th century. < French équitable< équité (see equity)]

eq·ui·ta·ble·ness noun
eq·ui·ta·bly adverb
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