possessory

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Adjective

HYPHEN

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CIDE DICTIONARY

possessory, a. [L. possessorius: cf. F. possessoire.].

Of or pertaining to possession, either as a fact or a right; of the nature of possession; as, a possessory interest; a possessory lord. [1913 Webster]

Possessory action or Possessory suit (Law), an action to regain or obtain possession of something. See under Petitory.

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