freehold  /f ˈri ˌhoʊld/ ? Meaning of "freehold"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) an estate held in fee simple or for life
  2. (n) tenure by which land is held in fee simple or for life

Usage(s):

  1. Most other freehold farmers in Queensland worked the same way.
  2. Most other freehold farmers in Queensland worked the same way.
  3. As the old freehold farming class lost its lands to the big owners of the latifundia, the productivity of the soil decreased.

Quotes

  1. "It's not about, I don't believe, compensation. It's not about freehold title, but is about their mana being restored," Key said.
    on Jul 6, 2009 By: John Key Source: Stuff.co.nz

  2. "Given my relationship with the landlord, it's very, very difficult to negotiate a deal," said Jordan. "I have used the structure - unbeknown to Ron, I suspect - to purchase the freehold, which we exchanged on Friday last week. It now puts me...
    on Oct 10, 2006 By: Simon Jordan Source: guardian.co.uk

  3. "The majority of our estate is freehold, which provides us with a considerable degree of operational flexibility. We believe that owning our own properties is essential if we are to remain competitive and deliver sustainable growth," said Morrison.
    on May 24, 2007 By: Sir Ken Morrison Source: Retail Week (subscription)

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