Pronunciation: /ˈæbstrækt ʌv ˈtaɪtəl/
noun a brief summary or outline of the ownership history of a piece of real property, including transfers, liens, and encumbrances
A1 An abstract of title is a summary of the history of a property's ownership.
A2 When buying a house, it is important to review the abstract of title to ensure there are no issues with ownership.
B1 The abstract of title provides a legal description of the property and any liens or encumbrances against it.
B2 Real estate attorneys often review abstracts of title to verify the chain of ownership and identify any potential problems.
C1 A thorough examination of the abstract of title is necessary before completing a real estate transaction to protect against future legal disputes.
C2 The abstract of title is a crucial document in real estate transactions, providing a comprehensive history of the property's ownership and any legal issues that may affect it.
formal The lawyer reviewed the abstract of title to ensure all property rights were properly documented.
informal I had to look over the abstract of title before finalizing the property purchase.
slang I skimmed through the abstract of title to make sure everything was legit.
figurative The abstract of title is like a roadmap to the history of the property.
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