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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From insurers to executives, everyone involved in building or using these systems will carry a piece of the accountability as autonomy grows and risks rise. John Werner, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 Already by this time, a Florida building code had been implemented statewide, while Citizens Property Insurance was created as a nonprofit insurer of last resort for homeowners. Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026 Davis was discouraged and called his insurer's patient advocate. Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 14 June 2026 The Colorado Division of Insurance says the policy is designed to prevent parents from being caught between two insurers disputing who should pay. Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 13 June 2026 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 17 Jun. 2026.

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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