Manorial Rights
/ˈmænɪərɪəl raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal privileges and interests historically attached to the lordship of a manor, such as rights over land use, resources, and local governance.
The manorial rights allowed the lord to collect rents and regulate certain activities on his land.
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- manorial right
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Commentary
Manorial rights are largely historical, often surviving as residual property rights or interests and may require specific legal action for enforcement or transfer.
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