equitable

a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.

a fool or simpleton; ninny.

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equitable (ˈɛkwɪtəb^əl)

—*adj*
1.	impartial or reasonable; fair; just: an equitable decision
2.	law relating to or valid in equity, as distinct from common law or statute law
3.	law (formerly) recognized in a court of equity only, as claims, rights, etc

[C17: from French équitable, from équitéequity]

'equitableness

—n

'equitably

—*adv*

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equitable

1640s, from Fr. équitable, from équité (see equity). Related: Equitably.

Example sentences

It seems scarce possible to invent a more equitable way of maintaining such

works.

In none of these areas is spending efficient or equitable.

This university and this instructor are committed to providing an equitable

learning environment for every student.

Resources are well spent to bring about a more equitable distribution, as

equitable distribution is an indicator of optimization.

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"Let the amelioration in our laws of property proceed from the concession of the rich, not from the grasping of the poor. Let us understand that the equitable rule is, that no one should take more than his share, let him be ever so rich."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson