Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

metairie

noun

[meh-tuh-ree]

Definition

A metairie is a type of agricultural lease, particularly used in the southern United States, where a tenant pays rent through a share of the crops produced.

Examples

The farmer managed his metairie carefully to maximize his yield each season.
Many local families entered into metairie agreements to cultivate the rich land.

Meaning

The term ‘metairie’ originates from the French word ‘métairie’, which refers to a farm or estate where the landlord receives a portion of the produce as rent.