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Conveyancing: meaning, definitions and examples

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conveyancing

 

[ kənˈveɪənsɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal process

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property from one person to another. It involves the preparation, execution, and registration of documents such as deeds and contracts.

Synonyms

real estate transaction, transfer of property

Examples of usage

  • The conveyancing process can be complex and time-consuming.
  • She hired a solicitor to handle the conveyancing for her new house purchase.
Context #2 | Noun

legal profession

Conveyancing also refers to the work done by a solicitor or conveyancer in facilitating the transfer of property. This includes conducting searches, dealing with contracts, and ensuring all legal requirements are met.

Synonyms

property law services, real estate legal work

Examples of usage

  • He specializes in conveyancing and has helped many clients with property transactions.
  • The conveyancing fees are usually included in the overall cost of buying or selling a property.

Translations

Translations of the word "conveyancing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transferência de propriedade

🇮🇳 संपत्ति हस्तांतरण

🇩🇪 Übertragung von Eigentum

🇮🇩 pengalihan hak milik

🇺🇦 перехід права власності

🇵🇱 przeniesienie własności

🇯🇵 所有権の移転

🇫🇷 transfert de propriété

🇪🇸 transferencia de propiedad

🇹🇷 mülkiyet devri

🇰🇷 소유권 이전

🇸🇦 نقل الملكية

🇨🇿 převod vlastnictví

🇸🇰 prevod vlastníctva

🇨🇳 产权转让

🇸🇮 prenos lastništva

🇮🇸 flutningur eignarréttar

🇰🇿 меншік құқығын беру

🇬🇪 ქონების გადაცემა

🇦🇿 mülkiyyətin ötürülməsi

🇲🇽 transferencia de propiedad

Etymology

The term 'conveyancing' originated from the Old French word 'conveier' meaning 'to transport' or 'to carry'. Over time, it evolved to specifically refer to the legal process of transferring property. Conveyancing has been an essential part of property transactions for centuries, ensuring the smooth and lawful transfer of ownership.

See also: convey, conveyable, conveyance, conveyer, conveying, conveyor.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,840, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.