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