lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈle-ˌsȯr  le-ˈsȯr 

: one that transfers property (such as a house or a car) by a contract

Synonyms

• landlord
• letter
• renter

Examples of lessor in a Sentence

lessors are free to charge as much as they want for a house

Recent Examples on the Web

The average monthly rent for these matches is $609, but some lessors provide rooms in exchange for services, such as help with yard work, meal preparation, housekeeping and companionship. —Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2024

For the part of its fleet that's leased, the lessor will retain possession and will be free to re-lease to Spirit or another airline, depending on what offers are on the table. —Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Nov. 2024

Been a fan of both Berry and Mays, to a lessor extent, all my life but didn't know this side. —Daniel Brown, The Athletic, 19 July 2024

In these cases, the Executor often negotiates an early termination with the lessor. 3. —Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English lessour, from Anglo-French, from lesser to lease

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈles-ˌȯ(ə)r  le-ˈsȯ(ə)r 

: one that leases property to another

Legal Definition

lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈle-ˌsȯr, le-ˈsȯr 

: a person who conveys the possession of real or personal property under a lease