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Pronunciation

pro·pri·e·tor

Part of Speech

noun

Definitions

1. One who owns and manages a business or property.
2. A sole proprietor; someone who is the only owner of a business.

Examples

Example 1 (Sense 1):

The proprietor of the store was always attentive to the needs of his customers.

Example 2 (Sense 2):

As a sole proprietor, she had full control over all aspects of her small business.

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