Words Like ATTORN

We have put together a list of words that are similar to ATTORN.

2 Alternative Words Similar to attorn

1 Acknowledge Verb      Synonym Words Like Acknowledge
2 Admit Verb      Synonym Words Like Admit

7 definitions of attorn

1 To turn over to another; transfer; assign.
2 In old English law, to turn or transfer, as homage or service, to a new possessor, and accept tenancy under him.
3 In feudal law, to turn or transfer homage and service from one lord to another.
4 In modern law, to acknowledge being the tenant of one who was not the landlord originally, but claims to have become such.
5 To transfer one's obligations to a person to another person.
6 To consent to the transfer of one's obligations as tenant under a lease to a new landlord.
7 acknowledge a new land owner as one's landlord
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