Property Definition & Meaning

property
noun
  1. something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone; "that hat is my property"; "he is a man of property"
  2. a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class; "a study of the physical properties of atomic particles"
  3. any area set aside for a particular purpose; "who owns this place?"; "the president was concerned about the property across from the White House"
  4. a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished; "self-confidence is not an endearing property"
  5. any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie; "before every scene he ran down his checklist of props"

"Property" in song lyrics

See how property is used in real songs:

  • "I rap, sell crack, get money and cop property"
    1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) f/ Cassidy, Xzibit — Goin Back
  • "Ka-ka-cracked out, was hookin property"
    3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood
  • "Look at how they worship property"
    The Ambassador — We Worship You

Usage tips for "property"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "property" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for property to find words that pair well.

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