shopkeeper
nounUK /ˈʃɒpˌkiːpə/
US /ˈʃɑːpˌkiːpər/
A shopkeeper is a person who owns or runs a small store.
The shopkeeper smiled and handed the child a candy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who manages the daily operations of a retail shop.
The shopkeeper opened the store early every morning.
3. The owner of a small local business selling goods to the public.
Our neighborhood shopkeeper knows everyone by name.
4. A person in charge of a shop's stock and sales.
The shopkeeper counted the items on the shelves before closing.