Uk English Meaning of jointure

joint

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Definitions and Meaning of jointure in English

Wordnet

jointure (n)

(law) an estate secured to a prospective wife as a marriage settlement in lieu of a dower

the act of making or becoming a single unit

Webster

jointure (n.)

A joining; a joint.

An estate settled on a wife, which she is to enjoy after husband's decease, for her own life at least, in satisfaction of dower.

Webster

jointure (v. t.)

To settle a jointure upon.

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joint

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