noun

innkeeper

IHN-kee-puhr

noun

A person who owns or manages an inn.

"The innkeeper greeted us warmly and showed us to our room."

How to Use Innkeeper

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who runs an inn, taking care of guests, rooms, and meals.

Common pairings

friendly innkeeper local innkeeper

innkeepers plural

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The _____ greeted us warmly and showed us to our room.

From Middle English inkeper, simply inn plus keeper.

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