English Explanatory Dictionary

alienation of affections

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A common law tort that can be brought against the third party alleged to be responsible for the failure of marriage; abolished in many jurisdictions.

Word forms

alienation of affections

Related words

criminal conversation
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