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Deserted Property

/dɪˈzɜː.tɪd ˈprɒp.ə.ti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A piece of real estate that has been abandoned or left unoccupied.

    "The city council is concerned about the safety hazards posed by the numerous deserted properties in the area."
  2. 2

    Real estate that is not currently inhabited or utilized.

    "Investors are looking to purchase deserted properties for redevelopment."

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The term 'deserted' originates from the Latin 'desertus', meaning 'abandoned', which evolved through Old French before entering Middle English. 'Property' comes from the Latin 'proprietas', meaning 'ownership', reflecting the evolution of land and possessions over centuries.

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