Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
landowning
Adjective
/ˈlændˌoʊ.nɪŋ/
Definition
The act or practice of owning land, especially in a legal or formal sense.
Examples
- The landowning class has significant influence in rural politics.
- Many landowning families have held their properties for generations.
- Landowning is often associated with wealth and socio-economic power.
Meaning
Landowning refers to the possession of land by an individual, group, or entity, and may involve various legal rights and responsibilities associated with that ownership.
Synonyms
- Property-holding
- Landholding
- Landownership
