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noun si·tus \ ˈsī-təs \

Definition of situs

: the place where something exists or originates; specifically : the place where something (such as a right) is held to be located in law

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Origin and Etymology of situs

Latin — more at site

Medical Dictionary

situs

noun si·tus \ ˈsīt-əs \

medical Definition of situs

: the place where something exists or originates : site
  • situs of an inflammation

Law Dictionary

situs

noun si·tus \ ˈsī-təs, ˈsē-, -ˌtu̇s \

legal Definition of situs

: a location that is or is held to be the site of something (as property or a crime or tort) and that commonly determines jurisdiction over it
  • the situs of a conspiracy

Origin and Etymology of situs

Latin, position, site, from sinere to leave in place, allow

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