Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grantor

Noun

/ˈɡræn.tɔːr/

Definition

A person or entity that transfers property or rights to another party, typically in the context of legal agreements or real estate transactions.

Examples

The grantor signed the deed, officially transferring ownership of the house to the buyer.
In the trust agreement, the grantor established the terms under which the assets would be managed.
As a grantor, she retained certain rights to access the property even after selling it.

Meaning

In legal terms, a grantor is the individual or organization that gives or bestows an interest, such as property or a legal right, to another party known as the grantee.