Renter

/ˈrɛntər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or entity that rents or leases property, such as an apartment or house, from a landlord.

The renter was pleased to find a spacious apartment close to the city center.

A person who pays to use a service or to occupy a space, usually under a contractual agreement.

As a frequent renter of storage units, she keeps her excess belongings safe and accessible.

Someone who occupies a property owned by another person under a rental agreement.

The renter signed a lease agreeing to take care of the landscaping while living in the house.

A person who pays for temporary use of an item or service, such as equipment or vehicles.

The renter was charged extra fees for returning the car late.

Derived from the verb 'rent' combined with the suffix '-er', indicating a person who performs the action.

renter's market

A market condition where rental properties are in high supply and low demand.

renter's insurance

Insurance that provides coverage for a renter's personal property.

lease

A contractual agreement outlining the terms for renting property.

landlord

A person who owns a property that is rented to a tenant.

roomie

I've got a new roomie who's a great renter!

tenant

The tenant agreements usually favor the renter.