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Uncommonestates
The correct spelling is estates.
How to pronounce estates
/ɪsˈteɪts/
nounIPA: /ɪsˈteɪts/
Say it like: Est-ate-s
The correct spelling is estates. The collective property and liabilities of someone, especially a deceased person.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The collective property and liabilities of someone, especially a deceased person.
- 2.State; condition.
- 3.Status, rank.
- 4.The condition of one's fortunes; prosperity, possessions.
- 5.A "person of estate"; a nobleman or noblewoman.
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