debtor
Debtor (noun) means a person or organisation that owes money to someone else. Example: “The bank sent the debtor a final payment reminder.”
How to use debtor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who owes money — the opposite of a creditor, who is owed money.
Word forms
debtors plural
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The bank sent the _____ a final payment reminder.
Etymology
From Old French detour, from Latin debitor, "one who owes" — built the same way as "debt" + "-or."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “debtor” mean?
The word “debtor” means a person or organisation that owes money to someone else. In plain terms, someone who owes money — the opposite of a creditor, who is owed money.
How do you pronounce “debtor”?
“Debtor” is pronounced DEHT-uh (/ˈdɛt.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “debtor” in a sentence?
Here is “debtor” used in a sentence: “The bank sent the debtor a final payment reminder.”
What part of speech is “debtor”?
“Debtor” is a noun.
Where does the word “debtor” come from?
The word “debtor” comes from Latin. From Old French detour, from Latin debitor, "one who owes" — built the same way as "debt" + "-or.".
Is “debtor” a common word?
“Debtor” is an uncommon word in modern English.