lease

(noun) property that is leased or rented out or let. Synonyms: rental, letting.

(noun) a contract granting use or occupation of property during a specified time for a specified payment.

(noun) the period of time during which a contract conveying property to a person is in effect. Synonyms: term of a contract.

(verb) let for money. Synonyms: rent. Examples: "We rented our apartment to friends while we were abroad."

(verb) hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services. Synonyms: rent, hire, charter.

(verb) grant use or occupation of under a term of contract. Synonyms: let, rent. Examples: "I am leasing my country estate to some foreigners."

(verb) engage for service under a term of contract. Synonyms: rent, hire, charter, engage, take. Examples: "We took an apartment on a quiet street." "Let's rent a car." "Shall we take a guide in rome?."