Without earnest money or without a pledged commitment; describing a bargain or agreement made without binding token payment.
From arle + the English suffix '-less' (meaning without). This Scottish legal term describes transactions lacking the customary pledged payment.
In medieval commerce, an 'arless' deal was basically as trustworthy as a promise from a stranger—which is why having an arle (earnest money) was so important to protect both parties.
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