Definition

A person who has legal possession of something, such as property or a business.

Example

The owner of the restaurant decided to expand the menu.

Conversation

Did you hear that the new café just opened downtown?

Yeah, I heard the owner is really passionate about coffee.

I wonder if the owner will host any events to promote it.

That would be cool! It could help bring in more customers.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Owner → It is formed from "own" (from Old English *agan*, meaning to possess) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An owner is a person who possesses something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'possesses' ('own') something — the '-er' just means a person. An owner is someone who has possession.

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