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rentier

/ˈrɛntɪər/ noun · British & US
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What does rentier mean?

noun

A person who lives on the income from investments or property, rather than from a salary or wages. A person who derives income from rents, dividends, or interest.

Example

"The wealthy rentier spent his days traveling and enjoying his investments."

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