English

landlord

ˈlændˌlɔrd, ˈlænd.lɔɹd, ˈlænd.lɔːrd
Meaning: a person or organization that owns property and rents it to others
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈlænd.lɔɹd, ˈlænd.lɔːrd

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Example sentences

The landlord increased the rent at the start of the year.
The landlord increased the rent at the start of the year.
The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent.
The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent.
The landlord requires a prepayment of one month's rent.
The landlord requires a prepayment of one month's rent.
The tenant agreed to attorn to the new landlord.
The tenant agreed to attorn to the new landlord.

Usage Notes

Refers to the owner of a building or land who receives payment for its use. In the UK, it also refers to a man who runs a pub.

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