commorant Meaning, Definition & Usage

Com"mo*rant noun

Etymology

L. commorans, p. pr. of commorari to abide; com- + morari to delay.

Definitions

1. (Law) Ordinarily residing; inhabiting.

   All freeholders within the precinct . . . and all persons commorant therein. Blackstone.

2. (Am. Law) Inhabiting or occupying temporarily.

Com"mo*rant noun

Definitions

1. A resident. Bp. Hacket.