permissive waste

/pərˌmɪsɪv weɪst/
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Definitions of permissive waste
  1. noun
    (law) reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect
    synonyms: waste
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    type of:
    act, deed, human action, human activity
    something that people do or cause to happen
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