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adj
Of or relating to the superficies, or surface; superficial.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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adj
Situated or built on another person's land.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: law
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noun
One to whom a right of surface occupation is granted; one who pays quitrent for a house built upon another's ground.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Ancient-Rome, historical
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