franchisee

noun

fran·​chi·​see ˌfran-ˌchī-ˈzē How to pronounce franchisee (audio)
-chə-
: one granted a franchise

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Many franchise systems even have their own programs where experienced franchisees are paired with newcomers to answer questions, share insights, and guide them toward success. Steven Beagelman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 Said franchisees were so appalled that Kempczinski even had to promise to cover some of their losses. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025 The price cut follows weeks of discussions between McDonald's corporate officers and restaurant franchise operators, including the company offering financial support if the franchisees would agree to drop prices, the Journal reported. Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025 Olympia Fields' draw was enough for Panera's area franchisee. Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for franchisee

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of franchisee was in 1954

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“Franchisee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/franchisee. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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franchisee

noun
fran·​chi·​see ˌfran-ˌchī-ˈzē How to pronounce franchisee (audio)
: one granted a franchise

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