noun
- people who own or operate taverns (inns or bars)
Examples
- The taverners in the old town welcomed weary travelers.
- Medieval taverners provided food and lodging to merchants.
- Local taverners gathered to discuss new licensing regulations.
- The guild of taverners met monthly to share business concerns.
- Colonial taverners often served as community meeting hosts.
- Experienced taverners knew how to manage rowdy customers.