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homeowner

American  
[hohm-oh-ner] / ˈhoʊmˌoʊ nər /

noun

homeowners plural
  1. a person who owns a home.


homeowner British  
/ ˈhəʊmˌəʊnə /

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Origin of homeowner

First recorded in 1940–45; home + owner

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As a homeowner, explore non-chemical alternatives first, and apply any treatments sparingly and responsibly to minimize harm to beneficial insects and other wildlife.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

It is being forced to, the way a homeowner under water on his mortgage does not so much decide to sell as get evicted by the arithmetic.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

He and Joanne visited the property several times, on one occasion to attend the homeowner Amanda Sarll's retirement party and meet the neighbours.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

The plan received approval this year from the insurance department for a 29% rate increase for its homeowner dwelling policy that will take effect in October.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

“The homeowner is noncompliant,” he said into his phone.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti

But officials have also said that the city’s tax commission will accept appeals until March—the final deadline for homeowners to get themselves off the pied-à-terre tax roll.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

Adding to the confusion, letters told homeowners they have until Aug. 21 to submit an exemption application if they live in a townhouse or condominium, and until Aug. 24 if they live in a co-op.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

She said many middle-earners in the island had been squeezed by an increase in interest rates and the end of mortgage interest tax relief for homeowners.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

I’m also concerned about what would happen if she falls behind on paying the property taxes or homeowners insurance.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

Basically all the clutter that would have been sold off in garage sales if the homeowners association here actually allowed garage sales.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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