renter

noun

rent·​er ˈren-tər How to pronounce renter (audio)
: one that rents
specifically : the lessee or tenant of property

Examples of renter in a Sentence

one of the renters called to tell us the hot water heater was broken left our apartment keys at the renter's office just before leaving in the moving truck
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The Connecticut House and Senate passed House Bill 5002, a sweeping measure to expand affordable housing, modernize zoning laws, and deliver real protections for renters. Jim Amann, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2025 To qualify, renters must meet income caps set at no more than 120 percent of the county’s median household income, or about $95,000. Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025 Lazier first submitted a preliminary development application in October 2022 for Seaside Ridge, a 7-acre project that would include 42 units for lower-income renters. Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025 From perfect gallery walls to temporary decor hacks, these renters get creative, even in small spaces. L.a. Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for renter

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of renter was in the 15th century

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“Renter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/renter. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

renter

noun
rent·​er ˈrent-ər How to pronounce renter (audio)
: one that rents
especially : tenant

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