insurer

noun (an insurer, insurers)

«insurer» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A company or person that sells insurance and pays money if something you insured is lost, damaged or stolen. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life and maths about money: you pay the insurer a small regular amount (a premium) and they pay out if there is an accident. Phrases: car insurer, home insurer, claim from the insurer.

Examples

Dad called the insurer after the car crash. tree →
The insurer paid for the broken window. tree →
Our insurer sends a letter every year. tree →
Mum compared three insurers to find the cheapest. tree →
The insurer asked for photos of the damage. tree →
You pay the insurer a premium each month. tree →

Note

Countable. Verb: insure; noun: insurance. Do not confuse «insure» with «ensure» (make certain). In maths, total cost = premiums paid; the insurer only pays when you make a claim.

On Mova

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