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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Following the confirmation of leasehold reform in the King's Speech, the government has released details on when the new model of tenure, known as commonhold, will be introduced.
From BBC • May 13, 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
"It's very easy to put out glib soundbites - end leasehold - we've got a serious policy programme here," he added.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The supporters of leasehold enfranchisement, therefore, have on their side not only the practical evils of the present system, but parliamentary precedent and continental custom.
From Practical Politics; or, the Liberalism of To-day by Robbins, Alfred Farthing
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