homeowner

American

[hohm-oh-ner] / ˈhoʊmˌoʊ nər /

noun

a person who owns a home.

homeowner British

/ ˈhəʊmˌəʊnə /

noun

a person who owns the house in which he or she lives

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Etymology

Origin of homeowner

First recorded in 1940–45; home + owner

Example Sentences

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Nelligan contacted neighboring homeowner Marcia Papich, whose fence abuts Susan Flores’ backyard.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

If the homeowner leases the panels or pays a third party for the power they produce, the installation can still receive government subsidies.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

A properly written contract includes a retainage clause, allowing the homeowner to hold back a percentage of the project cost—typically 10%—until completion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

I'm a single homeowner, there's no way I could afford something at that price.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

He knocked on the door, and when the homeowner opened it, George walked inside without being invited and roamed around until he found the kitchen table, where he sat down.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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