1. a person who gives personal property to a pawnbroker as security for a loan

Examples

• The pawner brought in his watch to get quick cash.
• As a frequent pawner, she knew the shop’s policies well.
• The pawner had thirty days to reclaim his guitar.
• Many pawners use the service during financial emergencies.
• The pawnbroker explained the terms to the nervous pawner.
• She became a regular pawner at the downtown shop.