insurer

noun

in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər 

-ˈshər-

: one that insures

specifically : an insurance underwriter

Examples of insurer in a Sentence

In this policy, the insurer agrees to pay for all medical expenses.

Recent Examples on the Web

The administration said 80% of insurers pledged changes to preauthorization requirements for 80% of diseases and injuries by January 2026. — Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Researchers studying how Medicare insurers cover GLP-1s have found that recipients have faced increases in out-of-pocket costs and that almost all plans now require prior authorization, which can make getting the drugs more difficult. — Jackie Fortiér, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026

In other words, Sierawski realized his life insurance was more than just a contract between him and his insurer. — Vito Emanuel, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026

Thousands more who kept coverage are struggling to get by, as prices of necessities like groceries and gasoline remain steep, and health insurers project another year of double-digit premium hikes. — Ali Swenson, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1654, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for insurer

• maturer
• procurer
• fuhrer
• juror
• purer
• surer
• reinsurer

Legal Definition

insurer

noun

in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər 

: one that contracts to indemnify another by way of insurance : an insurance company or underwriter