Meaning of the word chattel in English

What does chattel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chattel

US /ˈtʃæt̬.əl/
UK /ˈtʃæt̬.əl/

Noun

1.

a personal possession:

Example:
He treated his wife as little more than a chattel.
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