Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: letter of credit
Next word: letter paper
Definition of: letter of marque
A commission issued by a government authorizing a private person to take the property of a foreign state; especially, a document licensing an individual to arm a vessel and prey upon enemy merchant shipping. Also letter of marque and reprisal.
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: