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Holding Period
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holding period n
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: the length of time a taxpayer holds property for purposes of determining if any gain realized or loss incurred from it is long-term or short-term
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.