Word of the Day: usufruct

usu·fruct noun \ˈyü-zə-ˌfrəkt, -sə-\

 Definition of USUFRUCT

1:  the legal right of using and enjoying the fruits or profits of something belonging to another

2:  the right to use or enjoy something

Origin of USUFRUCT

Latin ususfructus, from usus et fructus use and enjoyment

First Known Use: circa 1630

Definition source: http://www.merriam-webster.com

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