The Clue
Charter (5 letter answer)
The Answer
LEASE
Tags
Notes
The answer LEASE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
LEASE as a noun:
1. (lease, rental, letting) = property that is leased or rented out or let
2. a contract granting use or occupation of property during a specified time for a specified payment
3. (lease, term of a contract) = the period of time during which a contract conveying property to a person is in effect
LEASE as a verb:
1. (rent, lease) = let for money; "We rented our apartment to friends while we were abroad"
2. (rent, hire, charter, lease) = hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services
3. (lease, let, rent) = grant use or occupation of under a term of contract; "I am leasing my country estate to some foreigners"
4. (lease, rent, hire, charter, engage, take) = engage for service under a term of contract; "We took an apartment on a quiet street"; "Let's rent a car"; "Shall we take a guide in Rome?"