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
Former Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has urged the government to go further on regulating managing agents as part of its reforms of the leasehold system in England and Wales.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
Prior to the acquisition of the R. W. & O., the New York Central & Hudson River, itself, had only contained some 1420 miles of line, including those which it held on leasehold.
From The Story of the Rome, Watertown, and Ogdensburg RailRoad by Hungerford, Edward
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