1
a
: an establishment for the lodging and entertaining of travelers
b
: tavern
2
: a residence formerly provided for British students in London and especially for students of law
Examples of inn in a Sentence
Noun
We stayed at a cozy little inn in the country.
we decided to stay at an inn rather than keep driving all night
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Blackberry Farm and Mountain Walland, Tennessee One of the South’s most distinctive resorts, this East Tennessee gem has grown from a farm with a six-bedroom inn into two premier operations featuring award-winning food, outdoor adventures, wellness sessions, and warm hospitality.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Liz Kellar, The Tennessean, 29 Apr. 2024
But in Thompson’s comments — and surely inn the conversation with Kerr that preceded them — there was just as much retrospection as introspection.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 3 Jan. 2024
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Noun
From intimate inns to grand resorts, these legendary establishments are both pillars of their communities and bucket list-worthy accommodations for those visiting.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Blackberry Farm and Mountain Walland, Tennessee One of the South’s most distinctive resorts, this East Tennessee gem has grown from a farm with a six-bedroom inn into two premier operations featuring award-winning food, outdoor adventures, wellness sessions, and warm hospitality.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
The serene pond with a fountain adds a touch of tranquility, making this country inn a perfect spot for unwinding in style.
—Liz Kellar, The Tennessean, 29 Apr. 2024
But in Thompson’s comments — and surely inn the conversation with Kerr that preceded them — there was just as much retrospection as introspection.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 3 Jan. 2024
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“Inn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inn. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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