Definition

A period of time during which someone holds a position or job, especially in education, where it provides job security after a trial period.

Example

After five years of teaching, she was granted tenure at the university.

Conversation

Have you heard about Sarah's new job at the university?

Yeah, I heard she got a tenure position! That's impressive.

It really is! She worked so hard to secure that tenure.

Absolutely, she deserves it after all those years of teaching.

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Root Explanation

Tenure → It originates from the Latin word "tenere" (meaning to hold). The word "tenure" refers to the holding or possession of a position, property, or office, especially in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'holding' ('tenere') something important, like a job or property, to remember that 'tenure' means the period during which something is held.

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