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dead hand meaning and definition
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Definition of dead hand (noun)
- real property held inalienably (as by an ecclesiastical corporation)
- synonyms: mortmain
- the oppressive influence of past events or decisions
- synonyms: dead hand of the past, mortmain
Source: Princeton University Wordnet