Definition of the word landlady

Pronunciation of vocabulary landlady

landladynoun

Điện chủ

/ˈlændleɪdi//ˈlændleɪdi/

Origin of the word landlady

The word "landlady" originated from the Old English words "land" and "hlæfdige," meaning "loaf-giver" or "lady of the house." Historically, the term referred to a woman who owned land and was responsible for providing food and lodging, often in an inn or tavern. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass any woman who manages or owns property, particularly a lodging establishment.

Vocabulary summary landlady

typenoun

meaningLandlady

meaninglandlady, hotel owner

meaningwitch ch

Example of vocabulary landladynamespace

meaning

a woman from whom you rent a room, a house, etc.

một người phụ nữ mà bạn thuê phòng, nhà, v.v.

meaning

a woman who owns or manages a pub or a guest house

một người phụ nữ sở hữu hoặc quản lý một quán rượu hoặc một nhà khách

Words, synonyms, related vocabulary landlady

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