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 result or product of having value or merit.
The state or quality of being qualified or eligible.
The result or product of being qualified or eligible.
The state or quality of having value or merit.