Meaning & use
Appertaining
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Belonging to, relating to, or being properly connected with something, especially as a matter of right or function.
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All rights and privileges appertaining to the property transfer to the new owner.
The clause covers duties appertaining to the office of treasurer.
A note on using this word
Appertaining is a formal, somewhat legalistic verb most often found in contracts, deeds, and official documents.
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