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Rentier

Description

A "rentier" refers to a person who earns income primarily from property rentals, investments, or financial assets, rather than from labor or active involvement in a business.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Sense 1:

A person who derives their income from rental properties.

Example sentence: The apartment building was owned by a wealthy rentier who collected monthly rents from the tenants.

Noun - Sense 2:

A person who lives off investments and financial assets.

Example sentence: The stock market crash affected many rentiers who heavily relied on their investment returns for income.

Adjective:

Describing something relating to rentiers or their characteristics.

Example sentence: The rentier lifestyle allowed him to travel the world without the need for a typical 9-5 job.

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