Legal Definitions - sole and separate use

Definition: Sole and separate use refers to a use of property that is solely for the benefit of a married woman. It is used in the habendum of a trust deed for the benefit of a married woman to keep her husband from taking anything under the deed. It is also known as entire benefit, sole use, or entire use.

Example: A trust deed is created for the benefit of a married woman, stating that the property is for her sole and separate use. This means that the property is solely for her benefit, and her husband cannot claim any rights to it.

This example illustrates how the term "sole and separate use" is used to protect the property rights of a married woman and prevent her husband from claiming any ownership or control over the property.