At·torn v. i.
1. Feudal Law To turn, or transfer homage and service, from one lord to another. This is the act of feudatories, vassals, or tenants, upon the alienation of the estate.
2. Modern Law To agree to become tenant to one to whom reversion has been granted.
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attorn
v : acknowledge a new land owner as one's landlord; "he was
attorned by the tenants"