Associations to the word «Mortmain»
Noun
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Wiktionary
MORTMAIN, noun. (legal) The perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church.
MORTMAIN, noun. (literary) A strong and inalienable possession.
Dictionary definition
MORTMAIN, noun. Real property held inalienably (as by an ecclesiastical corporation).
MORTMAIN, noun. The oppressive influence of past events or decisions.
Wise words
Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before
you let it fall.