dower
noun
- that part of a man's property which his widow inherits for life
- a dowry
- a natural talent, gift, or endowment
transitive verb
- to give a dower to
- to endow (with)
See dower in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(douˈər)
noun- The part or interest of a deceased man's real estate allotted by law to his widow for her lifetime. Also called dowry.
- See dowry.
- A natural endowment or gift; a dowry.
transitive verb dow·ered,
dow·er·ing,
dow·ers To give a dower to; endow.
Learn more about dower
link/cite
print
suggestion box