For example The issue of who should retain the matrimonial home was covered in the divorce proceedings. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page is not useful This page is useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your feedback. If you could tell us more, it would really help. Submit
Maintenance Money paid (and things paid for) to support a partner (husband or wife) and children when a marriage has failed.