tenure

Definition

• n. the term during which some position is held
• n. the right to hold property; part of an ancient hierarchical system of holding lands
• v. give life-time employment to

Word forms

Plural

tenures

Example sentences

1. n.

   The professor's tenure at the university allowed him to conduct research freely.

2. n.

   The company's tenure of the land granted them the right to develop the area.