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Term: disseisoress
Definition: Disseisoress is a historical term used to refer to a woman who wrongfully took possession of someone else's property. It is also known as disseisitrix.
Definition: A woman who wrongfully takes possession of someone else's property or land.
Example: Mary was accused of being a disseisoress when she built a fence on her neighbor's property without permission.
Explanation: The example shows how Mary wrongfully took possession of her neighbor's property by building a fence without permission. This makes her a disseisoress.