taverner

Inn's drink seller

A taverner is a person who keeps a tavern—an innkeeper or barkeeper.

The word is old-fashioned, appearing mainly in historical contexts or period literature: The taverner poured another round for the weary travelers.

Modern English favors bartender or publican.

innkeeper

landlord

Property owner renting out

barkeep · innholder · alehouse · taproom · hostler · tapster · potboy · cellarman · barmaid · serving

ale

barley

Grain for malt

  • maltSprouted grain for brewing
  • hopsBittering agent for ale
  • breweryBeer manufacturing facility

fermentation · stout · lager · porter · bitter · draft · keg · cask · yeast · wort

medieval

hostelry

Lodging establishment for travelers

troubadour · carouse · revelry · tankard · flagon · goblet · chalice · sack · posset · mead

hospitality

welcoming

Receiving others warmly

warmth · friendliness · conviviality · attentiveness · courtesy · sociability · bonhomie · camaraderie · regulars · patrons

pubculture

barstool

Tall backless pub seat

  • dartsThrown pointed missiles
  • snugComfortably close-fitting
  • jukeboxCoin-operated music player

trivia · karaoke · gastropub · brewpub · nightlife · regulars · rounds · tipping · boozer · taphouse

Opposites
role in establishment

tavernerpatron

Regular supporter or customer

customer · guest · drinker · pub-goer · barfly

commercial relationship

tavernerpatron

Regular supporter or customer

customer · buyer · consumer · client

temperance stance

tavernerteetotaler

Complete abstainer from liquor

temperance advocate · prohibitionist · abstainer · dry

Phrases
Family

tavern, taverns, tavernas, taverners

Familiarity
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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G