plural of heads of the bill

(Ireland, law) Early draft of a bill usually agreed at cabinet but not yet published.

plural of bill of fare

(of birds such as pigeons and doves) To coo and rub beaks as a prelude to mating. / (of romantic couples) To exchange loving and affectionate behaviour, such as caresses and kisses.

(historical) A document stating that goods to be shipped are shipped at the owner's risk.

(dated) An account given by the seller to the buyer of several items, with the price of each.

An official statement of the number of deaths in a place or district within a given time. / A district required to be covered by such a statement.

(nautical) A list specifying the different stations to be taken by the officers and crew in time of action, and the names of the men assigned to each.

plural of true bill

(law) A grand jury's document endorsing the indictment it was to decide on, indicating that a criminal trial is appropriate.