A lessorThe owner who allows someone else to use something for money. is the person or organization that gives another person the right to use propertyThings that can be owned, such as buildings, land, or belongings., equipment, or land for a set time in return for rentMoney paid regularly to use something owned by someone else. or payment.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈlɛsɔr/
Easy pronunciation: LESS-or (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
Noun meaning a person or company that grants a lease.
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Lessor Meaning
the person or company that rents property or equipment to someone else
Part of speech: noun
Definition: someone who grants a lease
Example: The lessor is responsible for the building’s major repairs.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- lease giver — Direct synonym for the legal role of granting a lease.
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Lessor Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- lease giver
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse lessor with lessee, but a lessor gives the lease and a lessee receives it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does lessor mean?
A lessor is the person or organization that grants a lease to someone else.
What is a synonym for lessor?
A close synonym is lease giver, though lessor is the standard legal term.
Is lessor the same as lessee?
No. A lessor grants the lease, while a lessee takes it.
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