1. An official register or survey of the land and property within a country or district, typically including ownership, boundaries, and assessed value for taxation purposes.
Usage: Also spelled 'cadaster' in American English; Primarily used in legal, governmental, and real estate contexts

Examples

• The government maintains a cadastre to track all property ownership in the region.
• The cadastre provides detailed maps showing the boundaries of each parcel of land.
• Property taxes are calculated based on information stored in the national cadastre.
• The cadastre was updated to reflect the recent subdivision of the estate.
• Local officials consulted the cadastre to verify the property lines before issuing the building permit.
• A comprehensive cadastre is essential for effective land management and urban planning.