SEPARATE ESTATE. That which belongs to one only of several persons; as, the
separate estate of a partner, which does not belong to the partnership. 2
Bouv. Inst. n. 1519.
2. The separate estate of a married woman, is that which belongs to
her, and over which her husband has no right in equity. It may consist of
lands or chattels. 4 Barb. S. C. Rep. 407; 1 Const. R. 452; 4 Bouv. Inst. n.
3996.
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