Meaning of the word shopkeeper in English

What does shopkeeper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shopkeeper

US /ˈʃɑːpˌkiː.pɚ/
UK /ˈʃɒpˌkiː.pər/
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Noun

a person who owns and manages a small shop

Example:
The friendly shopkeeper always greeted customers with a smile.
She inherited the family business and became a successful shopkeeper.