renter

noun

rent·​er ˈren-tər How to pronounce renter (audio)
Synonyms of renternext
: 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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Adoptive parents can be single, married, or partnered; experienced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ+ singles and couples. Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 5 July 2026 While there are instances where votes favoring the second homes tax line up with renter-dominant communities, there are many precincts that reveal mixed results for some communities. Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2026 Support was also strong among voters under the age of 45, renters and lower-income Californians. Ben Paviour july 2, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 Several new Idaho laws go into effect Wednesday, July 1, bringing changes that affect everything from silent classrooms to relaxed codes for short-term renters. Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026 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 6 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

renter

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

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