restaurateur
UK: ˌrestrəˈtɜː(r) | US: ˌrestrəˈtɜːr
n. a person who owns or manages a restaurant
restaurateur = restaur<restore> + ateur<noun suffix (French agentive)>
- restaur<restore>: Derived from Old French restaurer (to restore), from Latin restaurare (to renew, rebuild).
- ateur<noun suffix>: French agentive suffix indicating a person who performs an action (similar to English "-er").
Etymology Origin:
The word restaurateur entered English directly from French in the late 18th century, retaining its original spelling. It originally referred to someone who "restores" (i.e., provides food to restore energy). Unlike the more common restaurant, which dropped the -teur suffix, restaurateur preserves the French agentive form, emphasizing the role of the person.
The famous restaurateur opened his third Michelin-starred restaurant last year.
As a seasoned restaurateur, she understands the challenges of the food industry.
The restaurateur personally greeted every guest at the door.
Many aspiring chefs dream of becoming a successful restaurateur.
The restaurateur’s innovative menu earned critical acclaim.