conveyancing

American  

[kuhn-vey-uhn-sing] / kənˈveɪ ən sɪŋ /

noun

1. the branch of law practice consisting of examining titles, giving opinions as to their validity, and drawing of deeds, etc., for the conveyance of property from one person to another.

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conveyancing British  

/ kənˈveɪənsɪŋ /

noun

1. the branch of law dealing with the transfer of ownership of property

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Etymology

Origin of conveyancing

First recorded in 1670–80; conveyance + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Omaze said it would now "continue to liaise with the winner, who has already received their £250,000 cash prize, to finalise conveyancing and arrange the transfer of the property as soon as possible".

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

It is understood that the deputy prime minister consulted one individual experienced in conveyancing and two experts on the law around trusts before the purchase.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

This is when an estate agent suggests, implies or tells you that you must arrange things like mortgages or conveyancing services through their in-house teams - or there will be negative consequences for a deal.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025

Not only would it mean collecting fees from the seller, the manager explained, but also commission from the in-house mortgage with conveyancing fees on top.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025

The commonest conveyancing symbol for land in England was the formal delivery of turf or twig of the ground conveyed, made by a representative of the grantor, to a representative of the grantee.

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