estate

In the pristine technical sense, the degree, quantity, nature, and extent of interest which a person has in real property. 28 Am J2d Est § 1. Otherwise, a word of several meanings, neither of which imports a legal entity: the property left by a decedent, the property of a ward, a mentally incompetent person, or a bankrupt; in its most popular sense including both real and personal property. Re Glassford's Estate, 114 Cal App 2d 908, 34 ALR2d 1259. Including every vested right and interest attached to and growing out of property. Lee v Hill, 87 Va 497, 12 SE 1052. Including tangible and intangible property. Anno: 34 ALR2d 1271. Including even a contract of employment for personal services. Lee v Hill, 87 Va 497, 12 SE 1052. When used in a will, usually, but not necessarily, comprehending all property of the testator whether real or personal in character. 57 Am J1st Wills § 1337. It includes both real and personal property, and is sufficient to pass a fee in land, unless restricted by words expressing a different intention. It has long been held that the devise of all a man's "estate," where there are no words to restrain or control its operation, should be construed not merely to mean his lands, but the quantity of interest which he has in them. The word may likewise include an equitable interest. However, the word "estate" in a will is not to be understood as a word of art, but of interpretation, and its meaning may be affected by other clauses and disposition in the will. 57 Am J1st Wills § 1337. A person's degree or rank in life.