noun
Uncommon
landowner
LAND-oh-nuh
Landowner (noun) means a person or organization that owns land. Example: “The local landowner agreed to let the footpath cross his fields.”
noun
1
A person or organization that owns land.
"The local landowner agreed to let the footpath cross his fields."
"Wealthy landowners controlled most of the region for centuries."
How to use landowner
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who owns land, whether a small plot or a large estate.
Common pairings
local landowner
private landowner
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Word forms
- Plural
- landowners
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The local _____ agreed to let the footpath cross his fields.
Etymology
From land + owner.
Synonyms
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landholder
property owner
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Rhymes for landowner
See all rhymes for landowner →Frequently asked questions
What does “landowner” mean?
The word “landowner” means a person or organization that owns land. In plain terms, someone who owns land, whether a small plot or a large estate.
How do you pronounce “landowner”?
“Landowner” is pronounced LAND-oh-nuh (/ˈlændˌoʊ.nɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “landowner” in a sentence?
Here is “landowner” used in a sentence: “The local landowner agreed to let the footpath cross his fields.”
What part of speech is “landowner”?
“Landowner” is a noun.
Is “landowner” a common word?
“Landowner” is an uncommon word in modern English.
