freehold
noun · adjective · verb
Simple meaning
Real property held by a tenure of this type.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈfɹihoʊld
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Definition
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noun
property law
Real property held by a tenure of this type.
Tenure by which land is held in fee simple or for life
Freehold tenure.
An urban area of Werneth, Oldham, Greater Manchester, England (OS grid ref SD9104).
adjective
property law
Of a tenure or estate in land, held in fee simple absolute in possession by a proprietor; granted out of the allodial title, liable to determine only on escheat.
verb
To dispense property in this way.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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