Possessor
/ˈpɒzɛsər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who physically holds or occupies property, whether lawfully or unlawfully, with the intent to exercise control over it.
The possessor of the land has certain rights even if not the legal owner.
Forms
- possessors
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Commentary
In legal contexts, possession may grant certain rights independently of ownership; distinguishing possessor from owner is crucial in property law.
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