franchisee

noun

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

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Local franchisees created the program in 2021, Dunkin’ said in the release. Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2025 This jurisdictional uncertainty creates an environment where problematic franchisees can operate with impunity, knowing that enforcement action is practically impossible. Mohaimina Haque, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 Another 154 restaurants are operated by franchisees. Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 Most chains seeking to grow quickly franchise their locations because franchisees share the risk of opening a restaurant and shoulder most of the capital expenses. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 30 June 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 22 Jul. 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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