franchisor

noun

fran·​chi·​sor ˌfran-ˌchī-ˈzȯr How to pronounce franchisor (audio)
-chə-
: one that grants a franchise

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Successful franchisors embed wellness and environmental consciousness into their operations by sourcing local ingredients, offering gluten-free and vegan menu items, or eliminating single-use plastics. Gary Occhiogrosso, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 As a franchisor, the customer is the franchise owner. Gigi Schweikert, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 From a franchisor's point of view, the chicken sandwich becomes a compelling driver for unit-level economics. Gary Occhiogrosso, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025 However, successful franchisor CFOs also pay attention to and support franchisee success. David Earl, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for franchisor

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of franchisor was in 1967

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“Franchisor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/franchisor. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

Legal Definition

franchisor

noun
variants also franchiser
: one granting a franchise
also : franchisee
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