How to pronounce charter

Say it like this: /ˈt͡ʃɑɹtɚ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/ˈt͡ʃɑːtə/

What does charter mean?

nounA document issued by some authority, creating a public or private institution, and defining its purposes and privileges.

A similar document conferring rights and privileges on a person, corporation etc.

A contract for the commercial leasing of a vessel, or space on a vessel.

adjLeased or hired.

verbTo grant or establish a charter.

To lease or hire something by charter.

(of a peace officer) To inform (an arrestee) of their constitutional rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms upon arrest.

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