to have and to hold

English

Phrase

to have and to hold

(also law) To possess for life.

Usage notes

Used most commonly during wedding services, for example during the recital of vows, but also sometimes used to refer to the legal ownership of property.

Further reading

“to have and to hold”, in Collins English Dictionary.

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