personal property

noun

Law.

1. an estate or property consisting of movable articles both corporeal, as furniture or jewelry, or incorporeal, as stocks or bonds (real property ).

   Synonyms: effects, chattel

personal property

noun

1. Also called: personalty. law movable property, such as furniture or money Compare real property

personal property

1. Furniture, automobiles, boats, and other possessions that are not included in the category of real property.

Word History and Origins

Origin of personal property¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

It originally called for policyholders suffering total losses to get 100% of their personal property coverage limits up front, but it was opposed by the insurance industry and amended.

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Liquidators are also exploring whether they can recover cash for creditors from Mr Hui's personal property.

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Official gifts can be worn and used, but are not considered the royals' personal property.

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“Sharpe’s behavior demonstrates that he believed Plaintiff to be his personal property, possessed and owned by him,” the lawsuit states.

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That followed its decision in May 2023 to stop writing new business, homeowners, and other personal property and casualty insurance, though its parent continues to sell personal auto policies.

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