Meaning & Definition of word "Merchandise"

Merchandise

/ˈmɜːr.tʃən.daɪs/

1. Goods that are bought and sold.
- Example: The store had a wide variety of merchandise, including clothes, electronics, and toys.
2. Products offered for sale in a retail setting.
- Example: The new merchandise arrived just in time for the holiday shopping season.
3. Items available for trade or sale, also applicable in a broader economic context.
- Example: The online marketplace features both new and used merchandise from various sellers.

1. To promote or sell goods, typically in a retail setting.
- Example: The retailer plans to merchandise their new product line through social media campaigns.
2. To arrange or present goods for sale in an appealing manner.
- Example: The visual merchandiser worked hard to merchandise the store's displays to attract customers.

Middle English: from Old French 'marchand', based on Latin 'mercari' meaning 'to trade'.

branded merchandise:

Products that are sold under a specific brand's name.

merchandising strategy:

A plan for promoting and selling products.

licensed merchandise:

Goods produced under license from a brand or franchise.

merchant:

A person or company engaged in commercial trade.

market:

A place or area where buying and selling occurs.

Meaning: Merch

Example Sentence: I just bought some new merch from my favorite band.

Meaning: Swag

Example Sentence: He showed off his new swag from the music festival.