First Known Use: circa 1630
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usufruct
noun usu·fruct \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
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Origin of USUFRUCT
Latin ususfructus, from usus et fructus use and enjoyment
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