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Definition:    The taking of private real property for a public purpose under the right of eminent domain for a fair price. Pronunciation:  \ˌkän-ˌdem-ˈnā-shən, -dəm-\ Used in a Sentence:   In orde...

Definition:  Ownership by two or more persons at the same time, such as joint tenants, tenants by entirety, or tenants in common. Pronunciation:   \kən-ˈkər-ənt, -ˈkə-rənt, kän-\ Used in a Sentence...

Definition: A provision in Florida’s Growth Policy Act that requires water and waste treatment facilities needed to support new populations be in place before new development is allowed. Pronunciat...

Definition: To hide something from sight or to keep something secret. Pronunciation:  \kən--ˈsēl-mənt\ Used in a Sentence:    The broker could be charged with concealment for not revealing that the...

Definition: A declaration of policies for the future physical development of an area.  (Also called a master plan). Pronunciation: \ˌkäm-pri-ˈhen(t)-siv, -prē-\ Used in a Sentence:   The comprehens...

Definition:  A formal charge or allegation. Pronunciation: \kəm-ˈplānt\ Used in a Sentence:    A copy of the complaint was sent to the subject’s attorney.

Definition:  A person who makes a formal charge in court saying that someone has done something wrong.  (See also plaintiff). Pronunciation:   \kəm-ˈplā-nənt\ Used in a Sentence:   The complainant ...

Definition:   A party to a contract who possesses the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract. Pronunciation:   \ˈkäm-pə-tənt\ Used in a Sentence:   The elderly owner was deemed competent t...

Definition:  Anything of value or a valuable consideration, directly or indirectly paid, promised, or expected to be paid or received for a service provided. Pronunciation:  \ˌkäm-pən-ˈsā-shən \ Us...