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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In addition to mentoring one of the program grantees, Wildscreen will connect the Field Ready cohort to its network of more than 3,000 storytellers across 60+ countries, opening doors to new learning, exposure and career opportunities. Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 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 Many of the gifts that Scott makes are the largest donations grantees have ever seen, including historic donations to HBCUs and organizations focused on climate and DEI. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026 The announcement will be a key moment of the festival, and attendees are invited to join the celebration and discover this year’s grantee in person. Photovogue, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grantee

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 10 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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