Meaning of the word rent in English

What does rent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rent

US /rent/

UK /rent/

a tenant's regular payment to a landlord for the use of property or land

Example:

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The rent is due on the first of every month.

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They struggled to pay the high rent for their apartment.

Synonym:

lease payment rental payment hire charge

pay someone for the use of (something, typically property, land, or a car)

Example:

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We decided to rent a car for our vacation.

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She rents out a room in her house to students.

Synonym:

lease hire charter