dower

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[ˈdaʊ.ə(ɹ)] English

Definitions

noun

The part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.
Property given by a groom directly to his bride at or before their wedding in order to legitimize the marriage; dowry.
That with which one is gifted or endowed; endowment; gift.

verb

To give a dower or dowry.
To endow.

Related words

Synonyms

endow dowry dowery sk dot jointure courtesy widow's bench dead's part curtesy thirds quarantine terce devisee remaindership will

Antonyms

Associated

halcyon hirohito guardianship groom bride fief schloss lacy dowager flyweight

Rhymes

dour lour scour sour jour hour flour hydropower soup du jour adenauer

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