Grantor definition (noun)

1. In general, a grantor is a person who gives an asset to a grantee, usually in the form of real estate property, a scholarship, or a grant.

2. In real estate, a grantor is a person (seller) who transfers real estate ownership to a buyer (grantee) through a legal document called a deed.

   The most common deeds are grant deeds, warranty deeds, and quitclaim deeds, although they all have different uses and protections.