tenure
//ˈtɛnjər//
Noun
tenuresPlural
1
The period of time during which someone holds a position, office, or property.
During his tenure as president, he introduced many reforms.
2
The right to hold property or a position, especially the status of holding one's job on a permanent basis without periodic contract renewals.
After six years of teaching, she was granted tenure at the university.
3
The status granted to a teacher or professor indicating that the position is permanent after a probationary period.
After six years of teaching, she was finally granted tenure at the university.
Synonym
Verb
1
To give tenure to (a teacher or professor), granting them permanent employment status.
She was tenured after six years of excellent teaching and research.