Usufruct
/ˈjuːz.ju.frʌkt/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal right to use and enjoy the property of another temporarily, without owning it, and to derive profit from it, provided the substance is not damaged or altered.
The farmer held a usufruct over the land, allowing him to cultivate and harvest crops while ownership remained with the landlord.
Forms
- usufructs
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Commentary
Usufruct is a real right granting use and profit from property, distinguished from ownership; it requires preservation of the property's substance.
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