noun
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land or property held under a lease
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the tenure by which such property is held
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(modifier) held under a lease
Etymology
Origin of leasehold
Example Sentences
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He has argued it would not be feasible to abolish leasehold overnight, as this would involve instantly establishing millions of commonhold associations and would impact the mortgage market.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Other proposals expected to be in the speech include measures linked to the government's desire for closer ties with the European Union, improved energy security and leasehold reforms in England and Wales.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
The shift toward a greater share of leasehold in the mix will likely stir debate among investors, Jefferies analysts wrote in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
There is broad cross-party consensus on the need to change the leasehold system.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Assuming, then, the sufficiency of the original grants, and the binding authority of the leases, the commissioners were clearly of opinion that the leasehold tenure should be converted into freehold.
From History of Prince Edward Island by Campbell, Duncan
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