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/
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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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'mercari' (to trade or buy and sell), the term evolved to describe traders and merchants who conducted commerce along the Silk Road during the medieval period. The word reflects the commercial activities of those engaged in the buying and selling of goods across distant trade routes.
Breakdown
mercari (to trade) + -ant (one who does; agent suffix). The suffix -ant transforms the verb into a noun denoting a person who engages in trading or commerce.
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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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