Rent ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Rent ( verb )

1. To give the use of (property, machinery, etc.) in exchange for money.
2. To grant the use of (land, buildings, etc.) in exchange for rent.
3. To engage or hire for use.

Origin:

From the old french word "rendre" meaning "to give back".

Examples:

1. They rent their apartment.
2. He rents the equipment for his business.
3. The company rents the office space.
4. They are renting a car for their vacation.
5. He rents the field to the farmer.

(As a noun)

Rent ( noun )

1. To give the use of (property, machinery, etc.) in exchange for money.
2. To grant the use of (land, buildings, etc.) in exchange for rent.
3. To engage or hire for use.

Origin:

From the old french word "rendre" meaning "to give back".

Examples:

1. They rent their apartment.
2. He rents the equipment for his business.
3. The company rents the office space.
4. They are renting a car for their vacation.
5. He rents the field to the farmer.