personal property

noun

Synonyms of personal propertynext
: property other than real property consisting of things temporary or movable : chattels

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any personal property that is left in the lockers overnight will be impounded
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Proposition 42 would ban new taxes on assets such as as personal property, intellectual property and retirement accounts. — Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026 Most governing documents state unit owners are responsible for their personal property and decorating within their unit, which includes wall and floor coverings such as paint and hardwood floors. — Howard Dakoff, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026 The 39-year-old man was arrested and charged with felony breaking and entering, felony larceny, and injury to personal property, police said. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2026 The data center will still pay traditional property tax, as well as the business personal property tax to other taxing entities. — Olivia Young, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for personal property

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First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of personal property was in 1833

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“Personal property.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personal%20property. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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personal property

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