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.
Words nearby abstract of title
Origin of abstract of title
First recorded in 1855–60
Also called brief of title.
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British Dictionary definitions for abstract of title
abstract of title
noun
property law a summary of the ownership of land, showing the original grant, conveyances, and any incumbrances
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