Fixtures
/ˈfɪks.tʃərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Items attached to property in such a way that they become part of the real estate.
The chandelier was considered a fixture and included in the property sale.
- (n.) Scheduled matches or appointments, especially in sports law contexts.
The court reviewed the fixtures to determine the dates for hearings.
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Commentary
In property law, fixtures are distinguished from movable property by the degree and purpose of annexation; proper drafting avoids ambiguity in sales contracts regarding fixtures.
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