Legitim
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Legitim is a noun meaning (law) Common in Continental Law jurisdictions, a portion of property fixed by law, which a testator with issue is bound to bequeath to his children.
Meaning
(law) Common in Continental Law jurisdictions, a portion of property fixed by law, which a testator with issue is bound to bequeath to his children.
Word Forms
- legitims
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include legitime, legacy, hereditament, inheritance, pertinent, heir-at-law.
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