freehold
Translation
freehold
Examples
She bought the freehold of the flat.
She bought the freehold of the apartment.
The property is offered as a freehold.
The property is offered as a freehold.
Grammar Patterns
the freehold ((of sth.)) the permanent ownership of a property She owns the freehold of the building.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ownership, proprietorship; Antonyms: leasehold
Etymology
From 'free' + 'hold', meaning the right to hold land freely, without obligation to a landlord.
Memory Tips
Think of it as you 'hold' the property 'free' and clear, without a landlord. It's the opposite of a leasehold.