Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for NON-US-ER
NON-US-ER, n. [non-yu'zer.]
- A not using; failure to use; neglect of official duty; default of performing the duties and services required of an officer. An office may be forfeited by misuser or non-user. Blackstone.
- Neglect or omission of use. A franchise may be lost by misuser or non-user. Supreme Court, U. S.
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