owner

[ oh-ner ]

noun

1. a person who owns; possessor; proprietor.

owner

/ ˈəʊnə /

noun

1. a person who owns; legal possessor

Other Words From

• non·owner noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of owner¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; own + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Financial terms of the deal between Penske and Gerald R. Forsythe, the long-time owner of the event, were not disclosed.

From Los Angeles Times

“I never call me a hands-off owner,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Currently, the owner of Sanchez’s apartment complex is using one of the city’s building incentive programs that allows developers to build more than they usually can if they include at least some income-restricted affordable units in the new project.

From Los Angeles Times

The grandson of Hollywood mogul Lew Wasserman and owner of a prestigious talent agency, he is seen as critical to wooing benefactors and corporate sponsors.

From Los Angeles Times

Its owner Hilco had been looking to sell the struggling retailer, but has not managed to find an outright buyer.

From BBC

Related Words

• holder
• landowner
• partner
• proprietor