dilapidation

/ (dɪˌlæpɪˈdeɪʃən) /


noun
  1. the state of being or becoming dilapidated

  2. (often plural) property law

    • the state of disrepair of premises at the end of a tenancy due to neglect

    • the extent of repairs necessary to such premises

Derived forms of dilapidation

  • dilapidator, noun

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