Definition

Relating to a system that records property boundaries and details about land ownership.

Example

The cadastral map showed the exact boundaries of each property in the area.

Conversation

Have you seen the new cadastral maps for our area?

Yeah, they're really detailed and helpful!

I was surprised by how much information they include about property lines.

I know, right? It makes understanding the neighborhood so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cadastral → It is formed from "cadastre" (from French *cadastre*, meaning a public record of property) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "cadastral" refers to something that pertains to the official record of land and property ownership.

Memory Tip

Think of a public record of property ('cadastre') to remember that 'cadastral' relates to land ownership records.

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