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