estate agent

American  

noun

British.

1. the steward or manager of a landed estate.

2. a real-estate agent; realtor.

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estate agent British  

noun

1. Usual US and Canadian name: real-estate agent.  an agent concerned with the valuation, management, lease, and sale of property

2. the administrator of a large landed property, acting on behalf of its owner; estate manager

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Etymology

Origin of estate agent

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Andy Keogh, an estate agent in the Midlands, believes the platform gives "value for money".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Natalia, who works as a real estate agent in Moscow, said that "WhatsApp isn't working, and Telegram has slowed down a lot."

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Nicole Reber, an L.A.-based real estate agent, was giving “’90s sparkle princess,” coupling a pair of Chanel loafers with a vintage Escada jacket that’s “highly underrated.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

The biggest economic hit will be in residential fixed investments for things like new-home construction and improvements along with real estate agent fees.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Strides were made in private housing, with a black real estate agent given access for the first time to multilisting services.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson