Legal Term: DEFINITE NUMBER

Definition: An ascertained number, the term is usually applied in op- position 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.

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