It means to deliberately and permanently give up, leave behind, desert, or relinquish any interest or ownership in property, a home, a right of way, or even a spouse, family, or children. This term is frequently used to assess whether a tenant has vacated their apartment and belongings with no intention of returning. In such situations, a landlord can take control of the seemingly abandoned property but must store any items left behind and notify the tenant before selling them. Abandoning children refers to having no contact with them and providing no support for at least a year.