tenant

/ˈtɛnənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or group of people who rent or lease a property from a landlord or property owner.

“The tenant had to pay a security deposit before moving in.”

2. verb

To hold or occupy something as a tenant, especially a building or property.

“The company will tenant the new office space by the end of the month.”

Synonyms

  • lessee
  • occupant

Antonyms

  • landlord
  • owner