Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
estate
noun
/ɪˈsteɪt/
Definition
A sizeable area of land, typically with a large house, owned by a single person or organization.
Examples
- The family decided to sell their estate after living there for generations.
- She inherited the estate from her grandfather.
- They spent the summer vacationing at their countryside estate.
Meaning
The term ‘estate’ refers to a property or land that usually includes a substantial house and grounds. It can also pertain to someone’s possessions or assets, especially after their death.
Synonyms
- property
- landholdings
- domain
- assets
