Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gerent

noun

/ˈdʒɛrənt/

Definition

A gerent is a person who acts on behalf of someone else, often in a legal or official context.

Examples

The CEO appointed a gerent to handle the negotiations with the suppliers.
In the absence of the director, the gerent was responsible for all decision-making processes.

Meaning

The term is derived from the Latin ‘gerere’, meaning ‘to bear’ or ‘to carry out’. It refers to someone who has the authority to manage or conduct affairs for another individual.