In feudalism, the legal interest or rights of a lord or superior in an estate in land held in fee, as opposed to the vassal's or tenant's interest.
The right of a government over the private property within its jurisdiction. Usually invoked to compel land owners to sell their property in preparation for a major construction project such as a freeway.
The carrying into effect of a court judgment, or of a will.
The carrying out of an instruction, program or program segment by a computer.
The act of putting to death or being put to death as a penalty, or actions so associated.
The act, manner or style of executing (actions, maneuvers, performances).
The formal process by which a contract is made valid and put into binding effect.
The state of being accomplished.