Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

landlord

Noun

/ˈlændˌlɔrd/

Definition

A landlord is a person or entity that owns a property and rents or leases it to another individual, known as the tenant.

Examples

The landlord requested a higher rent when the lease was renewed.
As a landlord, she had to address various maintenance issues in her rental properties.
After a long search, they finally found a landlord who was willing to accept pets.

Meaning

The term typically refers to someone who receives payment for occupying their property, typically mentioned in the context of residential or commercial real estate.