Payer

/ˈpeɪər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An individual or entity obligated to make a payment under a contract or legal obligation.
    The payer must remit the full amount within 30 days of the invoice date.

Forms

  • payers

Commentary

The term 'payer' typically refers to the party responsible for discharging a financial obligation; clarity in contracts often requires specifying the payer to avoid ambiguity.

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