By virtue of the office that originated it, or of the title held.

(law) “from now on”. Used to describe certain legal effects which are applicable solely from this point (in time) on and therefore do not affect past actions.

(law) from the beginning, from the outset. Used to describe certain legal effects that can affect situations prior to this point in time and therefore can affect past actions.

(finance, business) Goods which are available immediately from a supplier's stock-holding and therefore with little or no lead time (other than delivery).

Given as a favour; given as a gift.

As a favour; as a gift.

(law) From the face or appearance.

Alternative spelling of ex libris

(law, finance) predicted; forecast

A bookplate that identifies the owner of the book into which it is pasted.