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

Example:
The family owned several large country estates.
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:
The lawyer handled the deceased's estate.
His entire estate was left to his children.