noun.
A type of easement benefiting real property that "runs with the land" as opposed to an interest belonging solely to the beneficiary.
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adjective.
furnishing added support
Word Usage
"States can possess "appurtenant" territory, subject to, but not part of itself, to which the Constitution does not apply save so far as Congress votes that it shall apply."