creditor
/ˈkrɛdɪtər/ · cred-i-tor
noun
- A person to whom a debt is owed. The creditor sent a letter to the debtor demanding payment.
- One who gives credence to something; a believer. The creditor in this case was a devout follower of the new spiritual movement.
Synonyms
debtorcreditor-in-factcreditor-in-titlecreditor-at-lawcreditor-beneficiarycreditor-debtorcreditor-creditor
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'creditor' has been used in law since the 14th century, initially referring to a person who had a claim to a debt or a right to payment.