Attorn
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Attorn is a verb meaning (intransitive, law) To transfer one's obligations from one person to another person.
Meaning
(intransitive, law) To transfer one's obligations from one person to another person.
More Meanings
- (intransitive, law) To consent to the transfer of one's obligations as tenant under a lease to a new landlord.
- (intransitive, law) To acknowledge the jurisdiction of (a particular court) over one's dispute.
Word Forms
- attorns
- attorning
- attorned
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include assign, transfer, convey, hand off, transact, give.
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