Definition

A public record or official register that shows the value, size, and ownership of land, which is used for tax purposes.

Example

The local government maintains a cadastre to keep track of property ownership and values.

Conversation

Have you ever looked at the local cadastre for your neighborhood?

No, I haven't. What's that about?

It's basically a record of land ownership and value, super useful for property info.

That sounds interesting! I might check it out before buying a new place.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cadastre is derived from the French word 'cadastre', which comes from the Italian 'catastro', meaning a register or list of properties. The Italian term is rooted in the Latin 'capitastrum', meaning a head tax or census. The word refers to an official register of property, especially for taxation purposes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'register' or 'list' of properties when you hear 'cadastre', as it helps you remember that it refers to an official record of land and property.

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