Alienable
/ˈeɪliənəbl/adjective
Something that can be sold or given to someone else.
The property is alienable and can be transferred to the new owner.
Often appears as...
- alienable property
- alienable rights
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Alienable is often used in legal documents or discussions about property rights and ownership.
Upon her death, her alienable interest in the estate passed to her children.
Pro Tip 2/3Ownership Transfer
Alienable indicates that an item, like property, can be legally transferred to another person.
The farmer clarified that the land was alienable before entering into the sales agreement.
Pro Tip 3/3Permission Implied
Using 'alienable' implies that there's permission or legal ability to give or sell an item.
He ensured his assets were alienable by his heirs.
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disposablemarketablenegotiabletransfer
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