Conclusion. Extradition refers to the process in which one state or nation gives over an individual to another state or nation for criminal trial and/or punishment. Federal law governs when states must extradite fugitives to other states.
also British mortice /ËmoÉtÉs/. plural mortises. Learner's definition of MORTISE. [count] technical. : a hole that is cut in a piece of wood or other material so that another piece (called a tenon) will fit into it to form a connection.
Related Articles. Rigor mortis, the stiffening of a body several hours after death, arises from a combination of two of the oldest definitions of death â cessation of the heartbeat and cessation of breathing. Once either of these essential functions stops, the cells of the body lose their oxygen supply and can no longer perform aerobic respiration.