insurer

noun

in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər How to pronounce insurer (audio)
-ˈshər-
: one that insures
specifically : an insurance underwriter

Examples of insurer in a Sentence

In this policy, the insurer agrees to pay for all medical expenses.
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When insurers refuse to deliver the coverage people have paid for, this is large-scale theft. Jane Kim, Oc Register, 2 May 2026 Colorado insurers say health care premiums could increase by hundreds of dollars in 2027. Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 2 May 2026 Rate approvals that should follow a clear legal timeline drag on for months or years, creating uncertainty that drives insurers out of the state. Steve Hilton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026 As medical services expanded and costs surged, employers and insurers turned to deductibles to curb utilization and lower their own expenses. Annie Nova, CNBC, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for insurer

Word History

First Known Use

1654, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of insurer was in 1654

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“Insurer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insurer. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

Legal Definition

insurer

noun
in·​sur·​er in-ˈshu̇r-ər How to pronounce insurer (audio)
: one that contracts to indemnify another by way of insurance : an insurance company or underwriter

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