boniface

noun

ˈbä-nə-fəs How to pronounce boniface (audio)
Definition of bonifacenext
as in taverner
the owner or manager of an inn the operator of the inn is the very epitome of the genial and gracious boniface

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landlord
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  • Before committing to any adhesive wall decor ideas, renters should review their lease or get written approval from the landlord.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Language in your next lease renewal covering accent walls, hardware swaps or pre-move-out inspections, a signal that landlords are formalizing what has been an informal negotiation.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of landlord
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