Meaning of the word slumlord in English
What does slumlord mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
slumlord
US /ˈslʌm.lɔːrd/
UK /ˈslʌm.lɔːd/
Noun
a landlord who charges excessive rents for properties that are in disrepair or substandard conditions, often exploiting low-income tenants
Example:
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The tenants organized a protest against the slumlord who refused to fix their heating.
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He was known as a notorious slumlord in the city.