Scot and lot Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun obligations of all kinds taken as a whole

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Definitions
  1. formerly, a parish assessment laid on subjects according to their ability. Eng. Cowell. Now, a phrase for obligations of every kind regarded collectivelly.
    Experienced men of the world know very well that it is best to pay scot and lot as they go along. Emerson.

Webster 1913