DOWER

noun

1. The part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.
2. Property given by a groom directly to his bride at or before their wedding in order to legitimize the marriage; dowry.
3. That with which one is gifted or endowed; endowment; gift.

verb

1. To give a dower or dowry.
2. To endow.