in geometry, signifies the same with straight; thus, a straight line is called a right one.

in law, not only denotes property, for which a writ of right lies; but also any title or claim, either by virtue of a condition, mortgage, &c. for which no action is given by law, but an entry only.

or Rectitude. See RECTITUDE.

RIGHT is also a title conferred, 1. Upon all bishops. 2. Together with Honourable, upon earls, viscounts, and barons. 3. By courtesy, together with Honourable, upon the sons of dukes, marquises, and the eldest sons of earls. 4. Together with Honourable, to the speaker of the house of commons; but to no commoner excepting those who are members of his majesty's most honourable privy-council; and the three lord mayors of London, York, and Dublin, and the lord provost of Edinburgh, during their office. See HONOURABLE.

Hereditary Right. See HEREDITARY.