from
Bouvier's Law Dictionary, Revised 6th Ed (1856)
DEFINITE NUMBER. An ascertained number; the term is usually applied in
opposition to an indefinite number.
2. When there is a definite number of corporators, in order to do a
lawful act, a majority of the whole must be present; but it is not necessary
they should, be unanimous; a majority of those present can, in general,
perform the act. But when the corporators consist of an indefinite number,
any number, consisting of a majority of those present, may do the act. 7
Cowen, R. 402 9 B. & Cr. 648, 851; 7 S. & 11. 517; Ang. & Am. on Corp. 281.