parol arrest

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Parol \Pa*rol"\, a.
   Given or done by word of mouth; oral; also, given by a
   writing not under seal; as, parol evidence.
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   {Parol arrest} (Law), an arrest in pursuance of a verbal
      order from a magistrate.

   {Parol contract} (Law), any contract not of record or under
      seal, whether oral or written; a simple contract.
      --Chitty. Story.
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