NYT Dictionary

COTENANT

/ˈkoʊtɛnənt/
NounCO-ten-antco-ten-ant · 3 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025

Meaning

A person who shares a tenancy with another; a co-owner of an interest in property.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From co- + tenant.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

accessoryaccompliceparticipantpartnerparty

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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