PREMISES definition: 1. the land and buildings owned by someone, especially by a company or organization: 2. the land…. Learn more.

In a valid argument, if the premises are true, then the conclusion must also be true.

The English word premises comes from the Latin praemissa, which is both a feminine singular and a neuter plural form of praemissus, the past participle of praemittere, "to send in advance, utter by way …

Definition of premises noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The premises of a property consist of the land and buildings on it, usually of a business or organization. If there are no dogs allowed on the premises of a school, you'll have to leave your furry friend at home.

Police escorted her off the premises. The printing of the books is done off the premises. [=at another place]

The premises of a business or an institution are all the buildings and land that it occupies. There is a kitchen on the premises.