PARTITION

partition,n.1. Something that separates one part of a space from another. 2. The act of dividing; esp., the division of real property held jointly or in common by two or more persons into individually owned interests. — Also termed partition in kind. [Cases: Common Lands  14;

Partition  1–10. C.J.S. Common Lands §§ 17–19; Partition§§ 1–2, 4–21, 23, 26.] definitive partition.A partition that is irrevocable.

partition of succession.Louisiana law. The division of an estate among an intestate’s heirs. See La. Civ. Code art. 1293.

provisional partition.A temporary partition, often made before the remainder of the property can be divided.

3.Oil & gas. The division of an undivided mineral interest by voluntary agreement or judicial action. — partition,vb. — partible,adj.

[Blacks Law 8th]