saloon keeper

noun

1. a person who owns or operates a saloon.

Word History and Origins

Origin of saloon keeper¹

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

The namesake of the Hines Mansion Bed & Breakfast worked in mining and real estate and as a pharmacist and saloon keeper.

From Washington Post

In the north, a saloon keeper took him on.

From Literature

McGarrity, the saloon keeper, sent a wreath of artificial laurel leaves.

From Literature

Regent J.S Mansfield had persuaded two gamblers and a saloon keeper to present the land to the UA.

From Washington Times

Trump’s speech had the feel of a lonely bar patron’s monologue to the captive saloon keeper.

From Washington Post