Definition of mortmain Mortmain
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We found 6 definitions of mortmain from 4 different sources.
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What does mortmain mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: mortmains |
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| mortmain - real property held inalienably (as by an ecclesiastical corporation) | ||
| dead hand | ||
| immovable, real estate, real property, realty property consisting of houses and land | ||
| mortmain - the oppressive influence of past events or decisions | ||
| dead hand, dead hand of the past | ||
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Wiktionary 
- mortmain (Noun)
The perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church. - mortmain (Noun)
A strong and inalienable possession.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- mortmain (n.)
Possession of lands or tenements in, or conveyance to, dead hands, or hands that cannot alienate.
Part of speech
🔤- mortmain, noun, singular of mortmains.
