<p><strong>Noun:</strong></p><ul><li>Law. The portion of a deceased husband's real property allowed to his widow for her lifetime.</li><li>Dowry (def 1).</li><li>A natural gift or endowment.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb:</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) To provide with a dower or dowry.</li><li>To give as a dower or dowry.</li></ul>