Definition

A person or company that rents out property to someone else under a lease agreement.

Example

The lessor agreed to the terms of the lease with the tenant.

Conversation

I just had a meeting with my lessor about renewing the lease.

Oh really? How did that go?

It was pretty straightforward; they want to increase the rent a bit.

That makes sense, but I hope it's not too much!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Lessor** → It originates from the Old French *lessor*, meaning one who leases or lets property. The term refers to a person who grants a lease of property to another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'lets' or 'leases' property to another person — that's what a lessor does.

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