'Parol contract' definitions:

Definition of 'Parol contract'

From: GCIDE
  • Parol \Pa*rol"\, a. Given or done by word of mouth; oral; also, given by a writing not under seal; as, parol evidence. [1913 Webster]
  • Parol arrest (Law), an arrest in pursuance of a verbal order from a magistrate.
  • Parol contract (Law), any contract not of record or under seal, whether oral or written; a simple contract. --Chitty. Story. [1913 Webster]