Synonyms for
Chartered
Definition
Chartered means to hire or lease a vehicle, aircraft, or boat for a particular purpose. It can also refer to a company or organization that has been granted a charter by the government.
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Common collocations
- chartered accountant
- chartered flight
- chartered ship
- chartered company
- chartered territory
- chartered status
- chartered course
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Usage note
Often used to describe a company or organization established by a charter, or a service (like a flight or bus) that has been hired for exclusive use. Can also refer to a professional qualification, such as a chartered accountant.
Example sentences
- We chartered a private jet to fly us to the Bahamas.
- The fishing boat was chartered for a weekend trip.
- The city council granted a charter to the new business.
- We need to charter a bus to transport the wedding guests.
- The company chartered a yacht for their corporate retreat.
Quotes
I have chartered a small plane to take us to the island.
The company has been chartered by the government to provide public services.
We must charter a boat to cross the river.