jointure


Definition: Meaning of, jointure in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈdʒɔɪntʃə /

  • noun
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jointure jointures
  1. law an estate secured to a prospective wife as a marriage settlement in lieu of a dower
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  2. the act of making or becoming a single unit
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jointure used in phrases

  • legal jointure (noun)
    1. law an estate secured to a prospective wife as a marriage settlement in lieu of a dower
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