Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Definition: A term in gross is a term that is unattached to an estate or inheritance.
Example: John owns a term in gross for a piece of land. This means that he has the right to use the land for a specific period of time, but he does not own the land itself.
Explanation: A term in gross is a type of legal term that is not attached to any property or estate. It is a right to use or occupy a property for a specific period of time, but it does not give the holder any ownership rights. In the example, John has the right to use the land for a specific period of time, but he does not own the land itself. This means that he cannot sell or transfer the land to anyone else.