English Explanatory Dictionary

constructive trust

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A trust created by operation of law where one party takes physical possession of property, but is legally required to use that property for the benefit of another party, in the absence of a written agreement.

Word forms

constructive trust constructive trusts

Related words

resulting trust
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