palimony
palimony, defined:
court ordered support for a former principal in a non-marital, long-term relationship. Palimony may be sought in jurisdictions that do not recognize common-law marriages. Similar to alimony, palimony creates an obligation for support.
palimony, as it might be used:
The defendant argued that in order to recover an award of palimony for services as an escort and companion, a sexual partner must prove cohabitation
An example of palimony:
Because the couple married, palimony was the only support option available.
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Clear-Point Law Dictionary
