grantee

noun

grant·​ee gran-ˈtē How to pronounce grantee (audio)
Synonyms of granteenext
: one to whom a grant is made

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Over the course of its previous editions, Qumra has become an important springtime meeting for directors and producers from across the Middle East and North Africa, with the event also inviting a smattering of non-MENA grantees. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2026 One year later, 90% of the grantee businesses are still operating, according to the Pasadena Women’s Business Center, which also received a grant to provide technical assistance and mentorship to impacted enterprises. Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026 The home will also need to be the grantee's primary residence, or be made available to rent once the work is complete. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026 As a grantee, Mundelein Park & Recreation District will receive funding to launch a Girls Flag Football League for participants in kindergarten through third grade. Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grantee

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grantee was in the 15th century

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“Grantee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grantee. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

grantee

noun
grant·​ee grant-ˈē How to pronounce grantee (audio)
: one to whom a grant is made

Legal Definition

grantee

noun
grant·​ee gran-ˈtē How to pronounce grantee (audio)
: one to whom a grant is made
specifically : one to whom a grant by deed is made

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