insurer

noun

in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər How to pronounce insurer (audio)
-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.
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There can be legal disputes between policyholders, pest control providers, and insurers if pest control treatments fail or when claims are made about the effectiveness of a solution that later turns out to be insufficient. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 1 May 2025 Rising medical expenses paired with those who are insured utilizing their coverage more frequently have some insurers cutting jobs to free up cash in the face of lower revenues. Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025 The insurer will likely apply medical underwriting, which can take time and may lead to a denial of the application. Diane Omdahl, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025 California property insurers are not in an especially discounting mood. Calmatters, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for insurer

Word History

First Known Use

1654, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of insurer was in 1654

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“Insurer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insurer. Accessed 6 May. 2025.

Legal Definition

insurer

noun
in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər How to pronounce insurer (audio)
: one that contracts to indemnify another by way of insurance : an insurance company or underwriter

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