mortmain

/ˈmɔːt.meɪn/ · noun

Meaning

The perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church.
A strong and inalienable possession.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

dead hand(English)dead hand of the past(English)admortization(English)frankalmoigne(English)mortg.(English)perpetuity(English)majorat(English)mortgage(English)tessa(English)clockwork(English)jem(English)rents(English)

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Sources

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