rented
Pronunciation: [ˈrɛntɪd]
Word
Context: “property use”
(verb) to pay money to use something that belongs to someone else for a certain period. This is often about homes, cars, or toys. When you rent, you do not own it; you are just using it.
Example
She rented an apartment in the city for the summer.
Example
He didn't rent the car because it was too expensive.
Example
Did you rent a bike for the weekend?
Context: “business”
(verb) to allow someone to use your property or item in exchange for money. If you have a spare room and let someone stay there, you rented it to them.
Example
They rented their extra bedroom to a student.
Example
He didn't rent his tools to anyone because he needed them.
Example
Who do you rent your place to?
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