DictionaryinureTake effect for someone's benefit
verb

inure

To take effect or operate for someone's benefit.

These protections inure to the benefit of all tenants.

Etymology

Inure developed from the phrase in ure, meaning in use or practice. The legal sense concerns coming into operation so that an effect or benefit applies.

More examples

  • The warranty inures to the benefit of later owners.
  • Any savings from the agreement inure to the buyer.
  • The settlement's benefits inured to her children.

Forms

inure · inures · inured · inuring

Similar words

accrue
Emphasizes benefits accumulating or becoming due rather than legal operation.
benefit
Means help someone directly, without implying a provision taking effect.