Pensioner
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈpɛnʃənɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pensioner is a noun meaning (by extension) Someone who is at the age at which one typically receives a pension; an elderly person.
Meaning
(by extension) Someone who is at the age at which one typically receives a pension; an elderly person.
More Meanings
- (chiefly UK, Canada) Someone who lives on a pension, especially the retirement or old age pension.
- (obsolete, UK, Cambridge University) A student who is not dependent on any foundation for support, but pays all university charges.
Word Forms
- pensioners
- pencioner
Synonyms for pensioner
Depending on context, synonyms include retiree, commoner, pensionary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pensionary, annuitant, pension, owner, annuity, licensee.
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