spender

¹ American  

[spen-der] / ˈspɛn dər /

noun

1. a person who spends, especially one who habitually spends excessively or lavishly; spendthrift.

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Spender ² American  

[spen-der] / ˈspɛn dər /

noun

1. Stephen, 1909–96, English poet and critic.

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Spender ¹ British  

/ ˈspɛndə /

noun

1. Sir Stephen. 1909–95, English poet and critic, who played an important part in the left-wing literary movement of the 1930s. His works include Journals 1939–83 (1985) and Collected Poems (1985)

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spender ² British  

/ ˈspɛndə /

noun

1. a person who spends money in a manner specified

   a big spender

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Etymology

Origin of spender

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; spend, -er ¹

Example Sentences

At many airports, banks and airlines have created exclusive lounges offering resortlike experiences for high spenders, including specialty cocktails and aromatherapy treatments.

From The Wall Street Journal

For some people, $1 million is more than sufficient, while for high spenders it could be depleted in just a few years.

From MarketWatch

In an era where college athletes can be compensated for endorsements and even be paid directly by their schools, Miami has turned into one of the nation’s most aggressive aboveboard spenders.

From The Wall Street Journal

The roster budget for St. John’s basketball team is estimated to be more than $10 million for the 2025-26 season, which ranks the program among the top 10 biggest spenders in the country.

From MarketWatch

While some experts doubt the measure will actually become reality, they thought it would disproportionately curb rewards for lower-income spenders if enacted, while high-flyers would be able to keep cashing in on rewards.

From MarketWatch