owner
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for owner, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or group who legally possesses something.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use owner
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From own + the agent-forming suffix -er.
Full origin of owner →Frequently asked questions
What does “owner” mean?
The word “owner” means a person or group who legally possesses something. In plain terms, the person something legally belongs to.
How do you pronounce “owner”?
“Owner” is pronounced OH-nuh (/ˈoʊnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “owner” in a sentence?
Here is “owner” used in a sentence: “The owner of the shop closed early that day.”
What part of speech is “owner”?
“Owner” is a noun.
Is “owner” a common word?
“Owner” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the difference between an owner and a renter?
An owner legally possesses something and has the right to keep, use, sell, or give it away. A renter, or tenant, only pays to use it for a time and must return it, without holding legal title. The owner of a house can sell it; the renter simply lives there.
What are the different types of owners?
Ownership takes several forms. A sole owner holds something entirely alone. Co-owners or joint owners share it, each with a stake. A business owner holds a company, while a landlord owns property that others rent. There are also shareholders, who own part of a company through their shares.
What is the difference between an owner and a possessor?
An owner holds legal title, the recognised right to something. A possessor simply has physical control of it at the moment, which is not the same thing. If you borrow a friend's car, you possess it while driving, but your friend remains the owner with the legal right to it.