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Definition of tenancy

tenancy

/ˈtɛnənsi/
ten · an · cy
Plural:tenancies
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Adjective:tenanted
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• noun

1

The possession or occupancy of lands, buildings, or other property by title, under a lease, or on payment of rent.

Example

"The landlord and the renter signed a formal agreement outlining the terms of the tenancy."

2

The period of time during which a tenant occupies or holds leased property.

Example

"She made several minor repairs to the apartment during her three-year tenancy."

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• Nearby Words

tenaciously
tenaciousness
tenacity
tenancy
tenant
tenantless
tench

Word Origin & Etymology

Late 16th century: from Anglo-Norman French tenancie, derived from Old French tenant ('holding'), the present participle of tenir ('to hold'), from Latin tenere.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tenancy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tenancy
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