Pennsylvania § 1903 - Words and phrases.
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§ 1903. Words and phrases.
(a) General rule.--Words and phrases shall be construed according to rules of grammar and according to their common and approved usage; but technical words and phrases and such others as have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning or are defined in this part, shall be construed according to such peculiar and appropriate meaning or definition.
(b) General restricted by particular words.--General words shall be construed to take their meanings and be restricted by preceding particular words.
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What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 1903 cover?
Section 1903 ("Words and phrases.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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