Meaning & Definition of word "Product"
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Product
/ˈprɒdʌkt/
noun:
- 1. An article or substance that is manufactured or refined for sale.
- Example: The company launched a new product that aims to reduce energy consumption.
- 2. A tangible or intangible item offered for sale.
- Example: The product range includes electronics, clothing, and home goods.
- 3. The result of a mathematical multiplication.
- Example: In mathematics, the product of two numbers is calculated by multiplying them together.
- 4. A result of a process or activity.
- Example: The team’s collaborative effort was a product of hours of brainstorming.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin 'productus', meaning 'produced'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
product placement:
The marketing strategy of prominently displaying products in movies or television.
product of one's environment:
A person whose characteristics stem from their upbringing or surroundings.
end product:
The final result of a production process.
Related Words
production:
The process of creating goods and services.
producer:
A person or company that makes goods.
productive:
Having the ability to produce large amounts of goods.
Slang Meanings of product
Meaning: A drug, particularly in reference to illegal substances.
Example Sentence: He was arrested for selling product on the street.
Meaning: Something that is highly sought after or in demand.
Example Sentence: That new game console is the hottest product right now.