Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Definition: Any land or interest in it that is limited or put into trust for a person by way of succession.
Example: John inherited a piece of land from his father, who had put it into trust for him. This is an example of settled land.
Explanation: Settled land refers to any land or interest in it that is passed down through a family or put into trust for a specific person. This can include inherited land, land held in trust, or land that is limited to a certain person or group of people. The example illustrates how settled land can be inherited through succession.