Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A lessee is someone who rents or leases property from someone else. This means they get to use the property for a certain amount of time, but they don't own it. If the property is a house or apartment, the lessee is called a tenant.
Lessee
A lessee is someone who temporarily takes possession of a property interest through a lease. If the property is real estate, the lessee is called a tenant.
The first example shows how John became the lessee of an apartment by signing a lease agreement with the landlord. The second example illustrates how the lessee of a car is responsible for any damages that occur during the lease period.