COVERTURE
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Coverture.
Coverture - as a noun
Chocolate prepared for covering cakes and sweets; such a covering.
A common law doctrine developed in england during the middle ages, whereby a woman's legal existence, upon marriage, was subsumed by that of her husband, particularly with regard to ownership of property and protection.
Shelter, hiding place.
Example Sentences
"Under the doctrine of coverture, a married woman could not own property in her own name."
"During the period of coverture, a woman's legal existence was almost completely merged with her husband's."
"The abolition of coverture in the 19th century marked a significant step towards women's rights and equality."
"The concept of coverture stemmed from the belief that a woman's identity and rights were dependent on her marital status."
"In England, coverture remained the law until the passage of the Married Women's Property Act in 1882."
Word Game Points
Is COVERTURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, coverture is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COVERTURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is COVERTURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, coverture is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOVERTURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is COVERTURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, coverture is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOVERTURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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