Tenancy
/ˈtɛnənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal possession or occupancy of land or property by title or contract.
The tenant holds a tenancy under a lease agreement.
- (n.) The period or term during which property is held by a tenant.
Her tenancy will expire at the end of the year.
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Commentary
Tenancy often denotes both the contractual relationship and the duration of occupancy; clarity in documents is advised to specify the intended meaning.
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