writ of clare constat

writ of cla·​re con·​stat

-ˌkla(a)rēˈkänzˌtat

: a writ in Scots law by which a superior confirms the heirship of a person claiming to be the next heir of the last tenant deceased compare precept of clare constat

Word History

Etymology

clare constat from Latin, it is clearly established

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