noun🔗ShareThe perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church."The church's vast land holdings, protected by mortmain, remained unchanged for centuries, unable to be sold or transferred to individuals. "propertylaworganizationhistorybusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA strong and inalienable possession."The university held the land in mortmain, ensuring it would forever be used for educational purposes. "propertylawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
