estate

B2
Pronunciation
/ɪsˈteɪt/
Noun
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

The collective property and liabilities of someone, especially a deceased person.

2 Definition

State; condition.

3 Definition

Status, rank.

4 Definition

The condition of one's fortunes; prosperity, possessions.

5 Definition

A "person of estate"; a nobleman or noblewoman.

6 Definition

A major social class or order of persons regarded collectively as part of the body politic of the country and formerly possessing distinct political rights (Estates of the realm).

7 Definition

The nature and extent of a person's interest in, or ownership of, land.

8 Definition

An (especially extensive) area of land, under a single ownership.

9 Definition

The landed property owned or controlled by a government or a department of government.

10 Definition

(sometimes derogatory) A housing estate.

11 Definition

A station wagon; a car with a tailgate (or liftgate) and storage space to the rear of the seating which is coterminous with the passenger compartment (and often extensible into that compartment via folding or removable seating).

12 Definition

The state; the general body politic; the common-wealth; the general interest; state affairs.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To give an estate to.

2 Definition

To bestow upon.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

(jewelry) Previously owned; secondhand.

Example Sentences
  • an estate diamond; estate jewelry