Definition
Legally prevented from doing something because of prior conduct or statements. It's the opposite of having your cake and eating it too.
Example Usage
The landlord was estopped from raising the rent because she had verbally agreed to keep it fixed for three years.
Origin
From 'estoppel,' which derives from Old French 'estoupre'
Fun Fact
Estoppel is equitable doctrine meaning it requires fairness—courts won't apply it if doing so would create unfair results.
Source: Equity and estoppel doctrines, contract law
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