abstract of title

abstract of title

noun Law.
an outline history of the title to a parcel of real estate, showing the original grant, subsequent conveyances, mortgages, etc.
Also called brief of title.


Origin:
1855–60
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Abstract of title is always a great word to know.
So is intent. Does it mean:
the power of the state to take private property for public use with payment of compensation to the owner
the state of a person's mind that directs his or her actions toward a specific object
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abstract of title
 
n
property law a summary of the ownership of land, showing the original grant, conveyances, and any incumbrances

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