lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈle-ˌsȯr  le-ˈsȯr 

: one that transfers property (such as a house or a car) by a contract

Synonyms of lessor

• landlord

Examples of lessor in a Sentence

lessors are free to charge as much as they want for a house

Recent Examples on the Web

The event served as a key moment for the company to deepen relationships across the North American aviation ecosystem, engaging directly with airlines, lessors, and maintenance providers. —Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026

In ’93, that right was expanded to any willing lessee, willing lessor. —George Ochenski, Washington Post, 20 Mar. 2026

With Boeing and Airbus struggling to meet airline demand, aircraft values have surged, allowing mid-sized lessors to command premium prices, according to the Irish Times. —Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 24 Feb. 2026

Normally, a restructuring by a major partner might spook investors, but Embraer successfully neutralized this headwind with massive new demand from global lessors. —Sasirekha Subramanian, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English lessour, from Anglo-French, from lesser to lease

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lessor

• dresser
• lesser
• presser
• pressor
• stressor
• aggressor
• assessor
• compressor
• confessor
• depressor
• hairdresser
• necessar

Kids Definition

lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈles-ˌȯ(ə)r  le-ˈsȯ(ə)r 

: one that leases property to another

Legal Definition

lessor

noun

les·​sor ˈle-ˌsȯr, le-ˈsȯr 

: a person who conveys the possession of real or personal property under a lease