Meaning of the word innkeeper in English

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

innkeeper

US /ˈɪnˌkiː.pɚ/
UK /ˈɪnˌkiː.pər/

Noun

a person who owns or manages an inn

Example:
The friendly innkeeper greeted us at the door.
The old innkeeper told us stories of the village.