Meaning of the word demise in English
What does demise mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
demise
US /dɪˈmaɪz/
UK /dɪˈmaɪz/
Noun
1.
the end of something that was previously considered to be powerful, such as a business, industry, or system:
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The demise of the company was sudden and unexpected.
Verb
1.
to rent or give property to someone for a particular number of years:
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If an apartment is rented under a written lease, it is referred to in the lease as the "demised premises".
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