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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With one exception described below, no insurer in our health care system wants to enroll a sick person. John C. Goodman, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025 While insurers often cover GLP-1 drugs when prescribed for diabetes or heart conditions, many insurers have been reluctant to cover the medications for obesity. Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 22 May 2025 Cigna is listed by the National Association of Insurance Carriers as the nation’s eighth largest health insurer. Kevin Williams, Quartz, 22 May 2025 The bill would also directly conflict with laws in half of states that prohibit insurers from excluding coverage for gender-affirming care. Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 22 May 2025 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 Jun. 2025.

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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