Shopping

to securely attach a small piece of identification or information to an item

I will tag the suitcase with my name and contact information before the flight.

the amount of money required for buying something

He checked the price of the flight online.

a row of black and white lines printed on a product that contain information such as its price, readable only by a computer

The cashier scanned the barcode on each item to ring up the customer's purchases.

to ignore or dismiss something, refusing to consider or give attention to it

It's unfair to discount the opinions of certain team members during decision-making.

a place where we can plug in electric devices to connect them to the electricity

He plugged his phone charger into the outlet to charge his phone.

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

She found a beautiful dress at a boutique downtown and decided to splurge on it.

a small store with an open front selling newspapers, etc.

She bought a magazine from the kiosk at the train station before boarding her train.

someone on the street who offers food, clothing, etc. for sale

The vendor offered fresh fruit and snacks on the corner.

an outdoor marketplace where used goods and antiques are sold, typically at lower prices

a vehicle that runs on electricity, moving on a rail in streets of a town or city to carry passengers

an amount of money that is paid back because of returning goods to a store or one is not satisfied with the goods or services

She received a full refund after returning the defective shoes.

a place in a supermarket where people pay for the goods they buy

At the checkout, the cashier scanned each item with precision, ensuring an accurate total.

something given away without charge, often as a promotional incentive

a small piece of document that is used for buying things with a lower price

He forgot to bring the coupon to the supermarket.

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

She received a gift voucher for her favorite restaurant as a birthday present.

to sell goods or services by putting them up for bidding, allowing potential buyers to offer prices in a competitive process

The experienced seller auctioned valuable art pieces during a special event.

the last recommended day for a product to be sold before its quality begins to deteriorate

someone who spends a lot of time shopping, often buying unnecessary things

She's a self-proclaimed shopaholic who can't resist buying new clothes every week.

a book typically small, with information, images, and details about a product, service, organization, or event

The hotel provided a colorful brochure outlining all the amenities and local attractions for guests to explore.

an intermediary between the producer and the consumer in a transaction

the illegal purchase and selling of goods in high price, ofen in an unreasonable price

The government’s strict import regulations led to the rise of a black market for electronics, where consumers were willing to pay double the retail price for the latest gadgets.

an order placed before the product is available for sale

The store received a large number of pre-orders for the highly anticipated video game.

to sell something one has previously purchased

Online platforms provide opportunities for individuals to resell second-hand items.

a large boat, used for carrying passengers or goods across the sea

The captain navigated the ship through rough waters with skill and expertise.

to cover an object in paper, soft fabric, etc.

She decided to wrap the birthday gift in colorful wrapping paper and tie it with a ribbon.

to buy goods from a foreign country and bring them to one's own

Businesses often import raw materials from other countries for manufacturing.

to send goods or services to a foreign country for sale or trade

The agricultural sector often exports crops and produce to international markets.

to negotiate the terms of a contract, sale, or similar arrangement for a better agreement, price, etc.

The customers decided to bargain with the vendor to get a better price for the antique furniture.

to produce products in large quantities by using machinery

The company manufactures electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablets.

to be able to pay the cost of something

If you save consistently, you may eventually afford a house.

to offer a particular price for something, usually at an auction

He decided to bid $500 for the painting at the auction.

to visit different stores to compare the price of a particular product or products before buying

She decided to comparison-shop online before making a final decision on which laptop to buy.

to exchange goods or services without using money

In the early days, people would barter livestock for essential goods.