Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

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.

   2. A part of the Royal Exchange, in London, appropriated to
      the use of underwriters and insurance brokers; -- called
      also {Lloyd's Rooms}.

   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.

   {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.