noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The part of a deed that formally defines the extent of ownership or tenancy granted. dated

Etymology

From Latin, neuter singular gerundive of habeo (“have", "own", "possess”): "that which must or should be possessed".

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