demise

/dɪˈmaɪz/
verb
  1. To transfer property or a title to someone else, especially by lease or will.
    • Under the agreement, the estate was demised to the charity.
    • The owner demised the building to a new tenant for ten years.
    • The land was demised to the eldest son in the will.
noun
  1. The end or failure of something, such as a business, organization, or idea.
    • The company's demise was caused by poor management.
    • Many people predicted the demise of printed newspapers.
    • The sudden demise of the project surprised everyone.
  2. The death of a person.
    • The community mourned the demise of the beloved teacher.
    • His demise came peacefully after a long illness.
    • The king's demise led to a period of uncertainty.
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