shopkeeper

noun

shop·​keep·​er ˈshäp-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce shopkeeper (audio)
Synonyms of shopkeepernext
: storekeeper sense 2

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Senait Dereje, a 37-year-old shopkeeper, is certain her vote matters. — ABC News, 1 June 2026 Mansour Kaziha was the mosque's shopkeeper known for letting children take candy for free. — Emma Bowman, NPR, 20 May 2026 This convergence of people drew other economic activity, creating niches for shopkeepers, doctors, and lawyers. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 9 June 2026 Malone was given the honor for her contributions to the fragrance industry, her work as an entrepreneur, shopkeeper and mentor to students and small and medium-size enterprises. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for shopkeeper

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shopkeeper was in 1530

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“Shopkeeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shopkeeper. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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