leasehold
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/ˈliːsˌhoʊld/
🇬🇧
/ˈliːsˌhəʊld/
property under lease
Etymology
Etymology Information
'leasehold' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lese,' where 'lese' meant 'to let or lease.'
Historical Evolution
'lese' transformed into the modern English word 'leasehold' through the addition of 'hold,' indicating possession under a lease.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to let or lease,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'property held under a lease.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/02/04 05:47