leasing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of leasing
First recorded before 950; Middle English lesing, Old English lēasung, verbal noun of lēasian “to tell lies,” derivative of lēas “free from, without, false”; -less, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Repeated attempts by startups to digitize leasing and sales have struggled to gain traction, especially at the top end of the market where relationships are critical and pricing information is closely guarded.
Homeland Security is leasing the plane but is in the process of acquiring it for roughly $70 million.
If you are leasing a car, what’s the point of paying thousands of dollars due at lease signing?
From Barron's
If you are leasing a car, what’s the point of paying thousands of dollars due at lease signing?
From Barron's
The upsides to leasing are obvious: You get to swan around town in the latest, greatest car model.
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