Cryptic crossword clue
Perhaps unencumbered by chain, consider this tenure 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word FREEHOLD

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The straight part
We know that "tenure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tenure = freehold.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does FREEHOLD mean?

FREEHOLD noun
  1. The tenure of property held in fee simple for life.
  2. An estate held by a tenure of this type.
FREEHOLD verb
  1. To dispense property in this way.

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