Landholder: meaning, definitions and examples
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landholder
[ˈlændˌhoʊldər ]
Definition
real estate
A landholder is a person who owns land, especially a large amount of land that is used for agricultural purposes or for development.
Synonyms
Landowner, property owner, real estate owner.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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landholder |
Same as 'landholder', but capitalized. It appears capitalized when it is a title or part of a proper noun, such as in historical contexts or legal documents.
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Landowner |
Typically refers to someone who owns land as opposed to leasing it. This term can be used in both legal and everyday contexts.
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property owner |
Broadly used to describe anyone who owns real estate, including land, houses, or commercial buildings. This term is often used in non-technical, everyday conversations.
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real estate owner |
Specifically used to refer to someone who owns real estate which can include land, houses, or commercial property. The term is often used in business or investment contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The landholder leased out the farmland to local farmers.
- The wealthy landholder owned several properties in the countryside.
Translations
Translations of the word "landholder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 proprietário de terras
🇮🇳 भूमि धारक
🇩🇪 Grundbesitzer
🇮🇩 pemilik tanah
🇺🇦 землевласник
🇵🇱 właściciel ziemi
🇯🇵 地主
🇫🇷 propriétaire foncier
🇪🇸 terrateniente
🇹🇷 toprak sahibi
🇰🇷 토지 소유자
🇸🇦 مالك الأرض
🇨🇿 vlastník pozemku
🇸🇰 vlastník pôdy
🇨🇳 土地所有者
🇸🇮 zemljiški lastnik
🇮🇸 landeigandi
🇰🇿 жер иесі
🇬🇪 მიწის მფლობელი
🇦🇿 torpaq sahibi
🇲🇽 terrateniente
Etymology
The term 'landholder' originated from the combination of 'land' and 'holder', dating back to the Middle English period. It has been used historically to refer to individuals or entities who hold or own land for various purposes, such as agriculture, development, or investment. Over time, the concept of landholding has evolved, reflecting changes in land ownership laws and practices.
See also: inland, land, landfill, landform, landing, landline, landlocked, landlord, landmark, landmarks, landmass, Landowner, landowners, landscape, landscaper, landscaping, upland.