pensioner
Translation
pensioner, retiree, OAP (Old-Age Pensioner)
Examples
Many pensioners struggle with rising living costs.
Many pensioners struggle with rising living costs.
The community center offers activities for local pensioners.
The community centre offers activities for local pensioners.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) pensioner a person who receives a pension My grandfather is a pensioner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: retiree, senior citizen
Etymology
From 'pension' + '-er' (a suffix denoting a person).
Memory Tips
A 'pensioner' is a pErsoN who receives a 'pension'.