Meaning of the word estates in English
What does estates mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
estates
US /ɪˈsteɪts/
UK /ɪˈsteɪts/
Plural Noun
1.
extensive areas of land in the country, usually with a large house, owned by one person, family, or organization
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The family owned several large country estates.
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They are planning to develop new housing estates on the outskirts of the city.
2.
all the money and property owned by a particular person, especially at death
Example:
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The lawyer handled the deceased's estate.
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His entire estate was left to his children.