Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sublet
verb
/ˈsʌbˌlɛt/
Definition
To lease or rent a property or part of a property to another person while still holding the original lease.
Examples
- She decided to sublet her apartment while she was studying abroad.
- He needs to find someone to sublet his room for the summer.
Meaning
Subletting occurs when a tenant rents out their rented space to someone else, usually for a temporary period.
Synonyms
- rent out
- lease
