'Majorat' definitions:

Definition of 'Majorat'

From: GCIDE
  • Majorat \Ma`jo`rat"\, n. [F. majorat, LL. majoratus. See Major, a., and cf. Majorate.]
  • 1. The right of succession to property according to age; -- so termed in some of the countries of continental Europe. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (French Law) Property, landed or funded, so attached to a title of honor as to descend with it. [1913 Webster]