proprietor

English

/pɹəˈpɹaɪətɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • An owner.
  • A sole owner of an unincorporated business, also called a sole proprietor.
  • One of the owners of an unincorporated business, a partner.
  • (history) One or more persons to whom a colonial territory is assigned, like a fief, including its administration.

Etymology

Suffix from English proprietary.

Origin

English

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