Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emblements

noun

/ˈɛm.blə.mənts/

Definition

Emblements refer to crops that are cultivated and harvested by a tenant or landowner, especially in the context of agricultural property law. Specifically, it describes the right of a tenant to harvest crops that have been planted during their rental term, even if the lease ends before the harvest.

Examples

The farmer was able to claim the emblements after the lease was terminated unexpectedly.
In legal disputes, understanding emblements can help clarify the rights of both landlords and tenants.
When moving out, she made sure to harvest her emblements before leaving the property.

Meaning

This term is used primarily in legal contexts concerning the rights of tenants and landowners, emphasizing the rights associated with plantings made with the intention of harvest.