retail
|re-tail|
/ˈriː.teɪl/
selling goods in small quantities
Etymology
'retail' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'retaillier,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'taillier' meant 'to cut.'
'retaillier' transformed into the Middle English word 'retailen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'retail.'
Initially, it meant 'to cut off or divide,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'selling goods in small quantities.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.
The company specializes in the retail of electronics.
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Verb 1
to sell goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption.
The store retails a wide variety of products.
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Adjective 1
relating to the sale of goods to the public.
They have a retail price of $20.
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