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alienation of affections (AmE)

noun
COMMON LAW an action in tort brought by a deserted spouse (=partner in marriage) against a third party alleged to be responsible for the failure of the marriageMr Mirabell sued Mr Cadbury for alienation of affection after finding Mrs Mirabell aboard Cadbury's yacht.
Synonyms and Other Spellings
  • alienation of affection


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