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A AVER ET TENER

Categories: Latin Maxims

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Latin

L. Fr. (L. Lat. habendum et tenendum.) To have and to hold. Co. Litt. §§ 523, 524. A aver et tener a Iny et A ses heircs, a touts jours,—to have and to hold to him and his heirs forever. Id. $625. See Aver er TENER.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.