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shopkeeper

noun

Definition of shopkeeper

as in storekeeper

someone who owns or manages a shop or store

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Recent Examples of shopkeeper Many were hardware merchants, shopkeepers, even doctors who had bought an early automobile to make house calls and decided to try selling a few more on the side, taking a good horse for $100 trade-in value and moving a couple of Fords a year. — Eric Moskowitz, The Atlantic, 31 May 2026 Mansour Kaziha was the mosque's shopkeeper known for letting children take candy for free. — Emma Bowman, NPR, 20 May 2026 Malone was given the honor for her contributions to the fragrance industry, her work as an entrepreneur, shopkeeper and mentor to students and small and medium-size enterprises. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 7 May 2026 The residence of Mali’s defense minister, Sadio Camara, was heavily damaged by an explosion during the attack, a nearby shopkeeper told the AP, speaking on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisals. — Mark Banchereau, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shopkeeper

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Noun

But his role went far beyond storekeeper, Hassane said.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
In 2017, following an overwhelming number of complaints from visitors and storekeepers about vulgar language and intimidation tactics, the city had to once again enforce an ordinance to keep the hawkers in separate areas.

— Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025

Definition of storekeeper

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Bloomingdale’s chief merchant Denise Magid also cites backpacks as a strong and growing category, noting demand for classic Polo Ralph Lauren styles and bolder designs from brands like State and Sprayground.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2026
Mass merchants aren’t the only retailers putting more investment in same-day delivery.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of merchant

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In return, the seller receives an upfront payment known as a premium.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
In 2019, Amazon quietly changed its auction rules to include an undisclosed surcharge that would have to be paid by the online brands and sellers advertising on the platform.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of seller

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More than 20 vendors are expected, along with additional food, games, performances and improved line and safety controls.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026
Among them were influencers, celebrities, sports agents, vendors, corporate sponsors, athletes, sports and government officials.

— Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of vendor

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The shopping center is anchored by Food Lion and hosts several restaurants and retailers such as Señor Agave Mexican Grill & Bar and an ABC store.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026
The California attorney general has also issued a warning to parents, and retailers, that bicycles that are altered to exceed state limitations are no longer considered legal to ride on the streets.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of retailer

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The Pomors were seafaring Russian hunters and traders who’d travelled to Svalbard from the White Sea between the 16th and 18th centuries to hunt Arctic wildlife.

— Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
The trend kicked off a rush among investors, particularly mom-and-pop traders, to identify potential investments before they were announced, as the correct pick all but guaranteed at least an initial surge and pointed to longer-term upside.

— Norah Rami, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of trader

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Once part of the enormous Maxwell Land Grant, the property passed through a succession of owners before the late Ted Turner (the American businessman and television producer) purchased it in 1996.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
But the Canadian businessman and Shark Tank investor isn’t one to pass up financial savings—no matter how small, writes Fortune’s Preston Fore.

— Jim Edwards, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of businessman

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