franchisee

noun

fran·​chi·​see ˌfran-ˌchī-ˈzē How to pronounce franchisee (audio)
-chə-
: one granted a franchise

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Much of the menu will be available during these hours, though offerings will vary based on decisions of individual franchisees, according to Nation’s Restaurant News. Tanasia Kenney, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025 We’re also focused on attracting new franchisees who share our growth mindset. Gary Occhiogrosso, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025 The chain even bought its largest U.S. franchisee with the goal of accelerating its restaurant remodels. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 21 May 2025 There are 305 Hooters locations, including 151 owned and operated by the company itself and a separate 154 operated by franchisees. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for franchisee

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of franchisee was in 1954

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“Franchisee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/franchisee. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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franchisee

noun
fran·​chi·​see ˌfran-ˌchī-ˈzē How to pronounce franchisee (audio)
: one granted a franchise

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