debtor

/ˈdɛb.tər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or organization that owes money or debt to another.

“The company was declared bankrupt due to its large number of debtors.”

2. noun

A person who owes a service or obligation to another, especially a feudal lord.

“The vassal was a debtor to his lord for protection and land.”

3. verb

To owe or be responsible for paying money or debt to someone.

“The government will have to debtor the country for its massive national debt.”

Synonyms

  • borrower
  • creditor

Antonyms

  • creditor
  • lender