Definition
to rent: to hire, to lease, to borrow something for money
I'd like to rent a car, mine has broken down.
My father has decided to rent his apartment for a few months, he needs extra money.
rent (for the offices): amount of money paid to use (the offices)
Have you paid the rent yet? If not, you might have to leave your apartment.
- "No, I rent my home."
- "What was your cheque for? Rent? Food?"
- "Sailor : But don't you think renting a nuclear submarine was a little bit excessive?"
- "Estate agent : You do realize that the rent is $6010 per month?"
- "- You can rent tea and coffee making facilities for an extra charge (£12 per night)."
- "I'm a single, 19-year-old boy looking to rent a room in a friendly apartment."
- "This includes finding your new home and paying the rent, shipping your furniture to your chosen destination, and even providing a private American education for your children."
- "For example, you may one day need to pay rent, bills, or to buy something on the "Internet"."
- "The rent and other specifics will be discussed at the interview stage."
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