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What's The Definition Of Majorat?Synonyms | Synonyms for Majorat: Related Terms | Find terms related to Majorat: See Also | Majorat In Webster's Dictionary \Ma`jo`rat"\, n. [F. majorat, LL. majoratus. See
{Major}, a., and cf. {Majorate}.]
1. The right of succession to property according to age; --
so termed in some of the countries of continental Europe.
2. (French Law) Property, landed or funded, so attached to a
title of honor as to descend with it.
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