A renter is someone who pays to use or occupy property that they do not own. A leaseholder is an 11-letter term for a renter, and is someone who holds a lease on a property. A leaser is another 6-letter term for a renter, and is someone who grants a lease on a property. A LESSEE is also a 6-letter term for a renter, and is someone who takes a lease on a property. Lastly, a TENANT is another 6-letter term for a renter, and is someone who occupies or uses a property under the terms of a lease.