Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
proprietress
Noun
/prəˈpraɪətrəs/
Definition
A woman who owns a business or property.
Examples
- She is a proprietress of a quaint little bookstore that attracts many bibliophiles.
- The proprietress warmly welcomed her guests at the bed and breakfast.
- As the sole proprietress of the bakery, she took pride in her artisanal breads.
Meaning
The term refers to a female owner, especially in the context of a business or establishment.
Synonyms
- Owner
- Landlady
- Proprietor
