What is another word for estate for life?
Pronunciation: [ɪstˈe͡ɪt fɔː lˈa͡ɪf] (IPA) 
"Estate for life" refers to the legal right granted to an individual to hold a piece of property for the duration of their lifetime. This right is also known as "life estate" and "tenancy for life." Additionally, "dower" and "curtesy" are terms occasionally used to describe specific types of life estates. Both refer to a life estate granted to a widow or widower respectively. Another synonym for "estate for life" is "usufruct," a term typically used in civil law jurisdictions to denote the right to use and enjoy a property during one's lifetime. Ultimately, these words all describe the same legal concept of granting someone the right to hold and use a property for the duration of their lifetime.
