B2nounhomemoney
US/ˈhoʊmˌoʊ.nər/
UK/ˈhəʊmˌəʊ.nə/
a person who owns the house or apartment they live in
In context
Many young people cannot afford to become homeowners in big cities.
Homeowners must pay property tax to the city every year.
The notice reminds homeowners to clean their gutters before winter.
Words that go with homeowner
adjective + noun
- first-time homeownerA first-time homeowner may qualify for a lower rate.
- potential homeownerRising prices discourage potential homeowners.
verb + noun
- become a homeownerThey saved for years to become homeowners.
noun + noun
- homeowner insuranceHomeowner insurance covers fire and theft.
- homeowners associationThe homeowners association manages the shared garden.
noun + preposition
- homeowner andThe homeowner and the builder signed the contract.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
house ownerCorrect: homeowner