Holde
/ˈhoʊld/
Definitions
- (v.) To have or keep possession of property or rights.
The court recognized her right to holde the land.
- (n.) An ancient or medieval legal term referring to possession or tenure of land.
The document described the holde granted by the lord to the vassal.
Forms
- holdes
- holding
- held
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Commentary
Used chiefly in historical or archaic legal documents, 'holde' reflects possession or tenure concepts similar to modern 'hold.'
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