Meaning Of The Word Jointure

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jointure in American English
noun: an estate or property settled on a person in consideration of marriage, to be owned by that person after the spouse's death

jointure in British English
noun: provision made by a husband for his spouse by settling property upon her or him at marriage for her or his use after the husband's death

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