letting

[ˈlɛtɪŋ]

letting Definition

  • 1the action of allowing someone to use something temporarily, especially a property or piece of land, in return for payment
  • 2the action of making something possible; the facilitation of something

Using letting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "letting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The letting of the apartment was handled by a real estate agent.

  • Example

    The letting of the land to the farmer was for a period of five years.

  • Example

    The letting of the team's star player was a controversial decision.

  • Example

    The letting of the company's secrets to the press caused a scandal.

letting Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with letting

  • a person or company that manages the rental of properties on behalf of landlords

    Example

    The letting agent was responsible for finding tenants and collecting rent.

  • the renting out of a property to holidaymakers

    Example

    The family made a good income from holiday letting their beach house.

  • a fee charged by a landlord or letting agent for arranging a tenancy

    Example

    The letting fee for the apartment was one month's rent.

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Summary: letting in Brief

The term 'letting' [ˈlɛtɪŋ] refers to the action of allowing someone to use something temporarily, usually a property or piece of land, in exchange for payment. It can also refer to the facilitation of something. Examples include 'The letting of the apartment was handled by a real estate agent.' and 'The letting of the company's secrets to the press caused a scandal.' Phrases include 'letting agent,' 'holiday letting,' and 'letting fee.'

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