franchisee

noun

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

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The development of these new locations will be led by a new team of franchisees headed by restaurateurs Samy Kilaru and Madhu Nalamati, according to a press release. Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026 Krispy Kreme aims to have franchisees generate nearly 50% of systemwide sales starting in fiscal 2027 through refranchising efforts, the report said. Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026 However, critics say HomeVestors franchisees have taken advantage of vulnerable people in difficult situations in the past, ProPublica previously reported. Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026 An Orange County company that sells franchises for popular boutique fitness studios has reached an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission to settle allegations of rule and practice violations and will pay $17 million to franchisees. City News Service, Oc Register, 18 Mar. 2026 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 1 Apr. 2026.

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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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