Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alienable

Adjective
/ˈeɪliənəbl/
Definition
Capable of being transferred or conveyed to another party.
Examples
  • The land was declared alienable, allowing the owner to sell it without restrictions.
  • In certain jurisdictions, intellectual property rights are alienable and can be assigned to others.
  • Many contracts specify whether the rights to the agreement are alienable or not.
Meaning
An alienable property or right can be sold or otherwise transferred from one individual or entity to another.
Synonyms
  • transferable
  • assignable
  • conveyable