proprietress

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In counterpoint to the expanding mystery, much of which revolves around a seedy bar named the Birdhouse, is Graham’s cautious courting of the proprietress of a popular bakery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

When Ady and Sanite are separated, Ady meets Lenore, proprietress of the Mockingbird Inn.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2024

At the resort, she meets Lola, its wizened, purposeful proprietress.

From Washington Post • Sep. 23, 2021

The cast is undeniably B-list, and genre conventions cling to their roles like barnacles: the world-weary but wise cafe proprietress, the hooker with a heart of gold.

From New York Times • Nov. 17, 2020

“Game time,” said the proprietress, clearing the tables.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston