English Explanatory Dictionary

hire purchase

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A method of purchasing an item, where the buyer hires it and takes possession of it and pays regular instalments. Ownership is only transferred on payment of the final amount. Abbreviated as HP.

Word forms

hire purchase hire purchases

Synonyms

installment plan long finger never-never

Related words

rent-to-own
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