Tenure

·noun The manner of holding lands and tenements of a superior.

II. Tenure ·noun The act or right of holding, as property, especially real estate.

III. Tenure ·noun Manner of holding, in general; as, in absolute governments, men hold their rights by a precarious tenure.

IV. Tenure ·noun The consideration, condition, or service which the occupier of land gives to his lord or superior for the use of his land.