storekeeper

noun

store·​keep·​er ˈstȯr-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce storekeeper (audio)
1
: one that has charge of supplies (such as military stores)
2
: one that operates a retail store

Examples of storekeeper in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of storekeeper was in 1618

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“Storekeeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/storekeeper. Accessed 12 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

storekeeper

noun
store·​keep·​er -ˌkē-pər How to pronounce storekeeper (audio)
1
: one who is in charge of stores
2
: one who manages a store or shop

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