self-renting
|self-rent-ing|
C1
/sɛlf ˈrɛntɪŋ/
direct rental management
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-renting' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'by oneself,' and 'renting,' derived from the Old French 'rente,' meaning 'payment.'
Historical Evolution
'renting' changed from the Old French word 'rente' and eventually became the modern English word 'renting.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'renting' meant 'payment for use,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'leasing property or assets.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a property or asset that is rented out by its owner, often without the use of a third-party service.
The self-renting apartment allowed the owner to manage tenants directly.
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Last updated: 2025/03/19 06:18