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/ˈɪn/
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Plural:inns
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• noun

1

A small establishment providing lodging, food, and drink, especially for travelers, typically situated in rural areas or along historic trade routes.

Example

"After hours of driving through the countryside, they finally stopped for the night at a cozy village inn."


2

British A public house or tavern, traditionally one that also historically offered accommodation.

Example

"The locals gathered at the historic inn every Friday evening for pints of ale and lively conversation."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'inn' meaning 'dwelling, house, or lodging', derived from the adverb and preposition 'in'.

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