noun

dower

Dower (noun) means the part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.

noun

The part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.

Property given by a groom to his bride or her family, at or before their wedding, in order to legitimize the marriage

That with which one is gifted or endowed; endowment; gift.

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Etymology

From Middle English dower, dowere, from Old French doeire, from Medieval Latin dōtārium, from Latin dōs. Doublet of dowry.

Rhymes for dower

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of dower?

"dower" (noun) means the part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.

What are the different meanings of dower?

"dower" has 3 main meanings: 1. The part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate; 2. Property given by a groom to his bride or her family, at or before their wedding, in order to legitimize the marriage; 3. That with which one is gifted or endowed; endowment; gift.