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reversioner

noun re·ver·sion·er \ ri-ˈvərzh-nər , -ˈvərsh- ; -ˈvər-zhə-nər , -shə- \

Definition of reversioner

: one that has or is entitled to a reversion; broadly : one having a vested right to a future estate

First Known Use of reversioner

1614

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reversioner

noun re·ver·sion·er \ ri-ˈvər-zhə-nər \

legal Definition of reversioner

: one that has or is entitled to a reversion; broadly : someone having a vested right to a future estate

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