noun
Definition: A gift or property that a husband gives to his wife, especially when they marry, or the part of a deceased husband's estate that is given to his widow.
Example: The widow received a dower from her late husband's estate.
transitive verb
Definition: To provide a gift or property, especially to a wife, as part of a marriage arrangement.
Example: The family decided to dower their daughter with a generous sum to help her start her new life.