Tenancy (noun)

1. The occupation of a dwelling or piece of land, especially as a tenant.
2. The period for which a tenant holds a dwelling or piece of land.

Origin:

Late middle english (denoting the condition of holding something): from old french tenance, from tenir "to hold".

Examples:

1. She signed a 6-month tenancy agreement for the apartment.
2. The landlord ended the tenancy due to non-payment of rent.
3. The tenancy law in the state provides strong protection for tenants.
4. The tenants in the building organized a tenancy association to negotiate with the landlord.
5. The tenants enjoy the right to quiet enjoyment of the premises during their tenancy.