land tenure

Noun

The way in which land is held or owned, especially in terms of the rights and responsibilities of the landowner.

ریشه

The word 'land' comes from Old English 'land', meaning 'ground, soil, earth'. 'Tenure' comes from Old French 'tenure', meaning 'possession, holding'.

مثال

• The land tenure system in this country favors large landowners.
• Land tenure laws determine the rights and obligations of landowners and tenants.
• The government is considering reforms to improve land tenure security for farmers.