shopkeeper
Translation
shopkeeper, storekeeper
Examples
The shopkeeper greeted us with a smile.
The shopkeeper greeted us with a smile.
Grammar Patterns
a shopkeeper. The shopkeeper greeted us with a smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: merchant, retailer, store owner; Antonyms: customer, shopper
Etymology
A compound word from 'shop' (a place to buy things) and 'keeper' (one who looks after something).
Memory Tips
This is literally the person who 'keeps' the 'shop'.