attorn
attorn
Definition
at·torn (ə tʉrn′)
intransitive verb
- Feudal Law to transfer homage and service from one feudal lord to another
- to agree to continue as tenant under a new landlord
Etymology: ME attournen < OFr atourner < a- (L ad), to + torner, turn
at·torn′·ment noun
attorn
Law Definition
v
- To turn over or transfer something to another.
- To acknowledge a new landlord and agree to become his or her tenant.
Browse dictionary entries near attorn
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- attitude
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- Attic salt (or wit)
