cotenant

noun

Definition of cotenantnext
as in subtenant

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  1. subtenant
  2. lessee
  3. tenant
  4. lodger
Noun
  • When Jason’s ad went viral on Reddit, some accused him of trying to take advantage of his prospective subtenant.
    Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
  • In February 2020, inspectors noted multiple subtenants, wooden pallets and washing machines.
    Christopher Weber, Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2024
Definition of subtenant
Noun
  • Many financing transactions also may have a dollar buyout provision, where the borrower/lessee owns the equipment after making a nominal final payment.
    Chris Scharman, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The lessee gets 10,000 miles a year before extra-mile fees kick in.
    Nathan Bomey, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of lessee
Noun
  • Los Angeles city officials are seeking to protect some tenants from eviction in the wake of the fires that have ravaged the region and destroyed thousands of homes.
    Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
  • In August, rumors began swirling of Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang members taking over the apartment complex and forcing tenants to pay them rent money.
    Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of tenant
Noun
  • Record sales were slowing; Dennis’ lodger, Charles Manson, wanted a deal with Brother Records, the band’s own label; and Brian was admitted to a psychiatric hospital.
    Will Ainsley, SPIN, 24 May 2024
  • Short-term vacation rentals are seeing a spike in both renters and lodgers.
    Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2024
Definition of lodger
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