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landholder

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun landholder has 1 sense
  1. landowner, landholder, property owner - a holder or proprietor of land
    --1 is a kind of owner, possessor
    --1 has particulars:
     abutter; franklin; freeholder; laird; landlord; squire

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Landholder

A landholder refers to someone who owns or holds land, especially in the context of real estate or property ownership.

Sense 1: Property Owner

In this sense, a landholder is a person or entity who possesses and has legal ownership of land or real property.

Example:
"John Smith is a prominent landholder in the area, owning vast acres of valuable farmland."

Sense 2: Tenant with Land Rights

Another meaning of landholder is a tenant who holds rights to the land they occupy, typically under specific legal agreements.

Example:
"The landholder is responsible for maintaining the agricultural land and keeping it in good condition."

Sense 3: Local Custom

In local contexts, landholder can describe individuals or families who own or have long-standing possession of a particular piece of land due to local customs or traditions.

Example:
"The landholder of this ancestral property has been part of our family for generations."

Sense 4: Historical Usage

In historical contexts, a landholder refers to a person who held land as a form of wealth or social status, especially during feudal or aristocratic systems.

Example:
"During the Middle Ages, landholders enjoyed significant privileges and power in society."

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