# parcel of land

**Pronunciation:** ˈpɑːrsəl əv lænd · PAR-sel uv LAND

**Part of speech:** noun phrase

## Meaning

A distinct, measured piece of ground, typically one that is owned or intended for development.

## Examples

- The family has held onto this parcel of land for three generations.
- Local authorities are surveying every parcel of land in the district to update zoning maps.
- Investors are looking for a large parcel of land suitable for a commercial warehouse.

## Synonyms

- plot — A common, general term for a small piece of ground.
- lot — Often used in North American English for a piece of land intended for building.
- tract — Usually refers to a large or extensive area of land.
- acreage — Refers to land measured in acres, often implying a significant amount.

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