1. the act or business of paying to use property that belongs to someone else

1. present participle of rent; paying money to use someone else’s property temporarily

Examples

• She is renting an apartment downtown.
• Renting a car for the weekend costs about $200.
• They’re renting out their basement to college students.
• The renting process requires a credit check and deposit.
• Many young professionals prefer renting to buying a home.
• We’re renting movies online instead of going to the theater.
• The renting market has become very competitive this year.