shopkeeper
3 synonyms for shopkeeper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who owns or runs a small retail shop.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From shop + keeper.
Full origin of shopkeeper →Frequently asked questions
What does “shopkeeper” mean?
The word “shopkeeper” means a person who owns or runs a small retail shop. In plain terms, someone who runs a shop, especially a small independent one.
How do you pronounce “shopkeeper”?
“Shopkeeper” is pronounced SHOP-kee-puh (/ˈʃɑpkiːpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shopkeeper” in a sentence?
Here is “shopkeeper” used in a sentence: “The shopkeeper knew all his regular customers by name.”
What part of speech is “shopkeeper”?
“Shopkeeper” is a noun.
