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Owner

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈəʊnə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈəʊnər/"]/

Meaning of Owner

a person who owns something

In simple words: A person who has something.

Owner in a sentence

• a dog/pet/gun owner
• a **business/property/store owner**
• The painting has been returned to its **rightful owner**.
• He's now the **proud owner** of a cottage in Wales.
• Would the owner of the black Mercedes parked in front of the gates please report to reception.
• They were using the land with the permission of the owner.
• The car had only one previous owner.
• Their daughter became the owner of the farm in 1892.

How to use Owner

Use 'owner' when referring to someone who possesses something, like a pet or property. Avoid in very casual contexts; 'the owner of the cafe' sounds more formal than 'the cafe's owner'.

Grammar pattern

owner + of + object

Memory hint

Think of an 'o' in owner as in 'owning' something.

Related words

Collocations with Owner

• sole
• part
• joint
• have
• find
• trace

Synonyms for Owner

• proprietor
• possessor
• holder
• master
• landlord

Opposites of Owner

• tenant
• renter

Common mistakes with Owner

• Using 'own' instead of 'owner' as a noun.
• Confusing with 'landlord' which is specific to renting property.
• Saying 'owners' when only one person is intended.

Frequently asked questions about Owner

What does Owner mean?

A person who has something.

What is the definition of Owner?

a person who owns something

How do you use Owner in a sentence?

a dog/pet/gun owner

Can you give another example of Owner?

a **business/property/store owner**

What are synonyms for Owner?

Common alternatives include proprietor, possessor, holder, master, landlord.

What is the opposite of Owner?

Opposite meanings include tenant, renter.

What words go with Owner?

It commonly pairs with sole, part, joint, have, find, trace.

What are common mistakes when using Owner?

Using 'own' instead of 'owner' as a noun. Confusing with 'landlord' which is specific to renting property. Saying 'owners' when only one person is intended.

How do you pronounce Owner?

US: /["/ˈəʊnər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈəʊnə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Owner?

Use 'owner' when referring to someone who possesses something, like a pet or property. Avoid in very casual contexts; 'the owner of the cafe' sounds more formal than 'the cafe's owner'.

What CEFR level is Owner?

"Owner" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.