Word
realtor
Phoneticsre·al·tor
US/ˈɹiəɫtɝ/
UK/ɹˈiəltɐ/
Definition
n. a person whose job is to help people buy, sell, or rent houses and land. You usually meet them when you are looking for a new home.
n. a professional agent who facilitates the sale, purchase, or rental of real estate. When capitalised, it refers specifically to a member of the National Association of Realtors in the United States.
Examples
“The realtor shows us three different houses today.”
“After listing the apartment, the realtor organized several open houses to attract potential buyers.”
“A skilled realtor does more than list properties; they navigate complex legal disclosures and negotiate price points to ensure a fair closing for their clients.”
Examples
simple
“The realtor shows us three different houses today.”
contextual
“After listing the apartment, the realtor organized several open houses to attract potential buyers.”
complex
“A skilled realtor does more than list properties; they navigate complex legal disclosures and negotiate price points to ensure a fair closing for their clients.”
Usage
Commonly used in North American English; 'estate agent' is the standard equivalent in British English.
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