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renter

noun rent·er \ˈren-tər\

Definition of RENTER

:  one that rents; specifically :  the lessee or tenant of property
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First Known Use of RENTER

1655

Related to RENTER

Synonyms
boarder, lessee, lodger, tenant, roomer
Antonyms
landlord, lessor, letter

Rhymes with RENTER

center, enter, mentor, tenter, venter
RENTER Defined for Kids

renter

noun rent·er \ˈren-tər\

Definition of RENTER for Kids

:  a person who pays money for the use of something (as a place to live)

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3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. renter
  2. rack-renter
  3. share-tenant
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