wear and tear

Deterioration caused by ordinary use; the depreciation of property resulting from its reasonable use [the tenant is not liable for normal wear and tear to the leased premises]. — Also termed fair wear and tear; natural wear and tear. [Cases: Landlord and Tenant 55. C.J.S. Landlord and Tenant § 260.]

wear and tear. Deterioration caused by ordinary use; the depreciation of property resulting from its reasonable use (the tenant is not liable for normal wear and tear to the leased premises). — Also termed fair wear and tear; natural wear and tear. [Cases: Landlord and Tenant 55. C.J.S. Landlord and Tenant § 260.] “ ‘Fair