1
a
: of or relating to rent
b
: available for rent
2
: dealing in rental property
a rental agency
Examples of rental in a Sentence
Noun
thousands of dollars paid in rental
There are restrictions against rentals to people with pets.
The movie is available for rental.
Boat rentals are available on the island.
I had a rental while my car was being repaired.
Recent Examples on the Web
Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
The 11-acre facility — located at 53 Morrison Ave. near Del Paso Heights — has been used for truck rental, maintenance and collision repair for over 20 years, alleged the lawsuit filed last week in Sacramento Superior Court.
—Theresa Clift, Sacramento Bee, 4 Apr. 2024
The promotion provides the credits for rentals that are picked up on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday and returned on a Sunday.
Membership into the Emerald Club program is free, and helps travelers earn credits toward future car rentals.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2024
Despite the highly beneficial nature of single-family rentals, California is losing ground on this critical housing solution.
—David Howard, Orange County Register, 1 Apr. 2024
From sleek Harley rides to adrenaline-pumping Ducati experiences and quirky Slingshot trikes, Riders Share has it all, catering to every rider's taste - and usually well under 50% of the cost of a traditional motorcycle rental.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
There are three subscription tiers: return the car anytime (pretty much a rental), a six-month term or a 13-month term.
—Lawrence Hodge / Jalopnik, Quartz, 1 Apr. 2024
Families and couples are drawn to resort perks like private beach access, children’s programming, eight onsite dining outlets, and complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycle rentals, and non-motorized water sports equipment.
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
The exchange rate strongly affects other markets, including housing and rentals.
—Amir Vahdat, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2024
Julie Zauzmer Weil, Washington Post, 8 Apr. 2024
The synagogue was terminating its rental agreement with the Islamic society.
—Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
Generally, renters enjoy Fourth Amendment protections over their apartments or rental homes that owners cannot unilaterally waive.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2024
The aid, which has an upcoming application deadline, may assist residents in securing more long-term housing and fund rental assistance, home repairs and other costs incurred by flood damage.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Compared with the owners of co-ops and condos, the owners of rental buildings pay much higher taxes.
—Camille Baker, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024
While currently dominating the US motorcycle rental space, his eyes are set on a grander stage – envisioning Riders Share as the go-to hub for ATV, snowmobile, and motorcycle rentals globally.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
The teen’s father, Buster Mooneyham, owns a wedding limousine rental company.
—Emily Palmer, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
The typical apartment rent in the region tops $2,400 a month, compared to around $1,400 nationwide, according to data from the rental listing site Apartment List.
—Ethan Varian, The Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2024
Noun
Also, watch out for any hidden charges, such as processing fees, towel service fees, locker rental or an automatic monthly increase after the first year.
—Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
The 11-acre facility — located at 53 Morrison Ave. near Del Paso Heights — has been used for truck rental, maintenance and collision repair for over 20 years, alleged the lawsuit filed last week in Sacramento Superior Court.
—Theresa Clift, Sacramento Bee, 4 Apr. 2024
The promotion provides the credits for rentals that are picked up on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday and returned on a Sunday.
Membership into the Emerald Club program is free, and helps travelers earn credits toward future car rentals.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2024
Despite the highly beneficial nature of single-family rentals, California is losing ground on this critical housing solution.
—David Howard, Orange County Register, 1 Apr. 2024
From sleek Harley rides to adrenaline-pumping Ducati experiences and quirky Slingshot trikes, Riders Share has it all, catering to every rider's taste - and usually well under 50% of the cost of a traditional motorcycle rental.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
There are three subscription tiers: return the car anytime (pretty much a rental), a six-month term or a 13-month term.
—Lawrence Hodge / Jalopnik, Quartz, 1 Apr. 2024
Families and couples are drawn to resort perks like private beach access, children’s programming, eight onsite dining outlets, and complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycle rentals, and non-motorized water sports equipment.
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
The exchange rate strongly affects other markets, including housing and rentals.
—Amir Vahdat, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2024
Adjective
One influencer, Karlton Dennis, says to buy short-term rental properties that lose money on paper, and use that to offset income from your full-time job.
—Julie Zauzmer Weil, Washington Post, 8 Apr. 2024
The synagogue was terminating its rental agreement with the Islamic society.
—Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
Generally, renters enjoy Fourth Amendment protections over their apartments or rental homes that owners cannot unilaterally waive.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2024
The aid, which has an upcoming application deadline, may assist residents in securing more long-term housing and fund rental assistance, home repairs and other costs incurred by flood damage.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
Compared with the owners of co-ops and condos, the owners of rental buildings pay much higher taxes.
—Camille Baker, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024
While currently dominating the US motorcycle rental space, his eyes are set on a grander stage – envisioning Riders Share as the go-to hub for ATV, snowmobile, and motorcycle rentals globally.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
The teen’s father, Buster Mooneyham, owns a wedding limousine rental company.
—Emily Palmer, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
The typical apartment rent in the region tops $2,400 a month, compared to around $1,400 nationwide, according to data from the rental listing site Apartment List.
—Ethan Varian, The Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2024
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“Rental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rental. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
rental
1 of 2 noun
rent·al
ˈrent-ᵊl 
1
: an amount paid or collected as rent
2
: something for rent
3
: an act of renting
rental
2 of 2 adjective1
: of, relating to, or available for rent
a rental car
2
: dealing in rental property
a rental agency
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