land tenure en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈlænd ˈtɛn.jʊə/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈlænd ˈtɛn.jɚ/ (General-American)
- /ˈlænd ˈtɛn.jə/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The social, legal, or customarily recognized system of relationships that governs the acquisition, exercise, transfer, and enforcement of rights and responsibilties over land and associated natural resources.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| land tenures | Number=Plur | lexicographic |