■ noun
1》 the process of falling into decay or the state of being in disrepair.
2》 ( ~s ) repairs required during or at the end of a tenancy or lease.
↘(in church use) a sum charged against an incumbent for wear and tear during a tenancy.
■ noun
1》 the process of falling into decay or the state of being in disrepair.
2》 ( ~s ) repairs required during or at the end of a tenancy or lease.
↘(in church use) a sum charged against an incumbent for wear and tear during a tenancy.
Concise Oxford English vocab. Сжатый оксфордский словарь английского языка. 2004