renting
n. US //ˈɹɛntɪŋ// UK //ɹˈɛntɪŋ// rent·ing
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1 the act of paying for use (n.) B1 Intermediatethe act of paying money to use a house, car, or equipment for a short time.
the activity or business of paying for the temporary use of an asset, such as real estate or a vehicle.
ExampleRenting is often cheaper than buying a house if you move frequently.
ExampleThe rising cost of renting in the city centre has forced many young professionals to seek accommodation in the outer suburbs.
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun to describe the general activity.
PitfallRenting of a car is expensive here.Renting a car is expensive here.When using 'renting' as a gerund to describe the action, you usually do not need the word 'of' before the object.
rent + -ing