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mortmain

noun

The oppressive influence of past events or decisions

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Word length
8
Starts with
M
Ends with
N
Contains
OR
Scrabble score
12

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Pronunciation

ˈmɔːt.meɪn

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noun

  1. The oppressive influence of past events or decisions

noun

  1. Real property held inalienably (as by an ecclesiastical corporation)

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