usucaptor

/juːˈsʌkəptər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who acquires property by adverse possession, especially through open, notorious, and continuous occupation and use of the land.

“The usucaptor was granted title to the abandoned property after a lengthy court battle.”

Synonyms

  • adverse possessor
  • squatter

Antonyms

  • owner
  • possessor