merchant — a person who buys and sells goods in large quantities, especially one who imports and exports them
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who buys and sells goods in large quantities, especially one who imports and exports them
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/
Korean meaning: 상인, 무역업자
Korean pronunciation: 머-천트 (강세: 머)
Example Sentences
- The merchant sold expired milk and claimed it was 'vintage dairy products'.
- Medieval merchants often carried their wealth in heavy chests while traveling.
- The online merchant's biggest fear was getting one-star reviews from angry customers.
merchant
NOUN//ˈmɜːrtʃənt//
a person who buys and sells goods in large quantities, especially one who imports and exports them
The merchant traveled across the desert to trade valuable goods.
The merchant built a fortune through international trade. (MERCHANDISE + TRADER = MERCHANT)
The merchant sent a purchase and earned the profit it meant.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'mercari(거래하다)'에서 유래된 단어로, 중세 시대 실크로드를 따라 물건을 사고파는 상인들의 모습에서 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The merchant sold expired milk and claimed it was 'vintage dairy products'.”
“Medieval merchants often carried their wealth in heavy chests while traveling.”
“The online merchant's biggest fear was getting one-star reviews from angry customers.”
“The spice merchant knew exactly which herbs would make any dish delicious.”
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