premises

British  

/ ˈprɛmɪsɪz /

plural noun

1. a piece of land together with its buildings, esp considered as a place of business

2. law

   1. (in a deed, etc) the matters referred to previously; the aforesaid; the foregoing

   2. the introductory part of a grant, conveyance, etc

3. law (in the US) the part of a bill in equity that states the names of the parties, details of the plaintiff's claims, etc

---

Example Sentences

The lawsuit says the venue is responsible for premises liability and Lamb for negligent hiring and supervision.

From Los Angeles Times

He recently alleged that dozens of police officers had raided his property in Karen, ejected his staff and security guards and taken control of the business premises.

From BBC

It issued a warning notice on 8 December 2025 after the CQC identified five breaches of legal regulations in relation to safe care and treatment, premises and equipment, good governance and staffing.

From BBC

I couldn’t believe Mrs. Kuen would allow filming on her premises, but I guessed since she didn’t own the building, she couldn’t prevent it.

From Literature

Ministers say they are looking at allowing environment officers to search premises without a warrant, seize assets and arrest those suspected of criminality.

From BBC