Definition

A person who owns a piece of land or property.

Example

The landowner decided to sell part of his estate to a developer.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new landowner in our neighborhood?

Yeah, I heard they bought the old farm down the road.

I wonder if they plan to keep it as a farm or develop it.

That would be interesting! It could change the whole area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Landowner → It is formed from "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or territory) and "owner" (from Old English *agan*, meaning to possess). The word "landowner" refers to a person who possesses or owns land.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'possesses' ('owner') a specific 'territory' ('land') — that's what a landowner is.

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