What does encumbrancer mean?
A person who has a claim to a property or asset, especially one who has a mortgage or lien on it. A person who is responsible for managing or administering a property or asset.
Example
"The encumbrancer was appointed to manage the estate until the rightful owner could be found."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.