franchisor
Translation
franchisor
Examples
The franchisor provides training and support.
The franchisor provides training and support.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) franchisor (a company that grants a license) The franchisor must approve the new location.
Similar Words
Synonyms: licensor; Antonyms: franchisee, licensee
Etymology
From 'franchise' + '-or', a suffix denoting an agent. The franchisor is the entity that grants the franchise.
Memory Tips
The '-or' ending often indicates the person or entity giving something (e.g., donor, vendor). The franchis**or** gives the franchise.