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    Inn

    /ɪn/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A small hotel or lodging place, often providing meals and drink.
    We stayed at a quaint inn in the countryside during our vacation.
    A public house or tavern, especially one offering food and drink.
    The travelers stopped for the night at the local inn, where they enjoyed a hearty meal.
    A rural establishment that provides lodging and food, typically to travelers.
    After a long day of hiking, we were grateful to find an inn to rest our tired legs.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old English 'inn,' meaning 'lodging, dwelling.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tavern inn:
    A rustic or traditional inn that typically serves alcohol.
    roadside inn:
    An inn located along the side of a road, usually catering to travelers.
    old inn:
    Refers to an inn with historical significance, often characterized by its age and architecture.

    Related Words

    lodge
    A place for temporary residence, often in a rural area.
    hostel
    An inexpensive lodging place where multiple people share a room.
    tavern
    A place where alcoholic drinks are sold and consumed, often also providing food.

    Slang Meanings

    In the know
    Everyone at the party was so inn, they knew all the latest gossip.
    Trendy or fashionable
    Those shoes are so inn right now.