insurer

American  

[in-shoor-er, -shur-] / ɪnˈʃʊər ər, -ˈʃɜr- /

noun

1. a person or company that contracts to indemnify another in the event of loss or damage; underwriter.

2. a person or thing that insures.

3. a person who sells insurance.

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insurer British  

/ -ˈʃɔː-, ɪnˈʃʊərə /

noun

1. a person or company offering insurance policies in return for premiums

2. a person or thing that insures

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Etymology

Origin of insurer

First recorded in 1645–55; insure + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Maritime insurers have pulled coverage, and several vessels attempting to transit through the strait have turned back.

From MarketWatch

Maritime insurers have pulled coverage, and several vessels attempting to transit through the strait have turned back.

From MarketWatch

There is no dealing with insurers or complicated billing issues.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fears of its more destructive potential have rippled through markets in recent weeks, sending the stocks of software makers, insurers and even food-delivery apps like DoorDash lower.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 30-year sale may draw strong demand from pension funds and insurers seeking higher yields.

From The Wall Street Journal