Canons Flashcards
1
Q
Noscitur a sociis
A
It is known by its associates/ the company it keeps. “Words preceeding the word”
2
Q
Eiusdem generis
A
Limited class rule, Of the same kind/genus. “Sheep, cows, pigs, horses and other animals,” Catch all language at end.
3
Q
Expressio unius est exclusio alterius
A
The expression of one item means the exclusion of another. “List of items - expressing doesn’t mean things not on the list”
4
Q
Reddendo singula singulis
A
By giving/referring back individual[terms] to individual[terms]. Men and women prefer dogs and cats”
5
Q
Generalia specialibus
A
The general do not derogate/take away from the specific
