Category:Parol

Pa*rol", n. Etym: [see parole, the same word.]

1. A word; an oral utterance. [obs.]

2. (law)

Defn: oral declaration; word of mouth; also, a writing not under Seal. Blackstone.

Parol Pa*rol", a.

Defn: given or done by word of mouth; oral; also, given by a writing Not under seal; as, parol evidence. Parol arrest (law), an arrest in Pursuance of a verbal order from a magistrate. -- parol contract (law), any contract not of record or under seal, Whether oral or written; a simple contract. Chitty. Story.