personal property

noun

Synonyms of personal property next

: property other than real property consisting of things temporary or movable : chattels

Examples of personal property in a Sentence

any personal property that is left in the lockers overnight will be impounded

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Pound was wanted in court about a case involving his deceased girlfriend's personal property. —

Sarah Lapidus, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2024 In theory, the man could argue Kelce is liable for the tort of conversion, which means intentionally taking another person’s personal property without permission. —

Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Nov. 2024 Renters need not worry about damage to their house or apartment, but would be responsible for insuring their own personal property. —

Daryl Fairweather, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 Indiana businesses pay $1.5 billion in business personal property taxes, which represents 15% of the total property tax revenue collected statewide. —

Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for personal property

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of personal property was in 1833

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“Personal property.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personal%20property. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.

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