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Meaning of paraphernal
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paraphernal (a.)
Of or pertaining to paraphernalia; as, paraphernal property.
paraphernal Sentence Examples
- The wife's paraphernal property remained her exclusive possession even during marriage.
- Under Roman law, paraphernal goods were those that a married woman brought into the marriage from her own funds.
- Her paraphernal income and assets were not subject to her husband's control.
- The purpose of paraphernal property was to protect women's financial independence in marriage.
- In some legal systems, paraphernal property could be used to satisfy the wife's debts, but not her husband's.
- The distinction between paraphernal and dotal property was significant in determining the rights and liabilities of spouses.
- A woman's paraphernal property was not included in the community property held jointly with her husband.
- In certain jurisdictions, paraphernal goods could be managed and administered by the wife independently.
- The concept of paraphernal property has been largely replaced by modern laws that provide for equitable distribution of marital assets.
- Despite its historical importance, paraphernal property remains a relevant concept in legal discussions on women's rights in marriage.
FAQs About the word paraphernal
Of or pertaining to paraphernalia; as, paraphernal property.
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The wife's paraphernal property remained her exclusive possession even during marriage.
Under Roman law, paraphernal goods were those that a married woman brought into the marriage from her own funds.
Her paraphernal income and assets were not subject to her husband's control.
The purpose of paraphernal property was to protect women's financial independence in marriage.
