definition of
lease

[1] #1 lease v. [rent] let for money; "We rented our apartment to friends while we were abroad". wn

[2] #2 lease n. [rental, letting] property that is leased or rented out or let. wn

[3] #3 lease n. a contract granting use or occupation of property during a specified time for a specified payment. wn

[4] #4 lease v. [rent, hire, charter] hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services. wn

[5] #5 lease n. [term of a contract] the period of time during which a contract conveying property to a person is in effect. wn