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Lloyd's \Lloyd's\, n.

1. An association of underwriters and others in London, for
the collection and diffusion of marine intelligence, the
insurance, classification, registration, and certifying of
vessels, and the transaction of business of various kinds
connected with shipping.
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2. A part of the Royal Exchange, in London, appropriated to
the use of underwriters and insurance brokers; -- called
also Lloyd's Rooms.
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Note: The name is derived from Lloyd's Coffee House, in
Lombard Street, where there were formerly rooms for the
same purpose. The name Lloyd or Lloyd's has been taken
by several associations, in different parts of Europe,
established for purposes similar to those of the
original association.
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Lloyd's agents, persons employed in various parts of the
world, by the association called Lloyd's, to serve its
interests.

Lloyd's list, a publication of the latest news respecting
shipping matters, with lists of vessels, etc., made under
the direction of Lloyd's. --Brande & C.

Lloyd's register, a register of vessels rated according to
their quality, published yearly.
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