Meaning & Definition of word "Retail"

Retail

/ˈriːteɪl/

1. The sale of goods to the public, usually in small quantities.
- Example: Retail has been significantly affected by the rise of online shopping.
2. A retail store or business.
- Example: She works in a retail that specializes in home goods.

1. To sell goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.
- Example: The store decided to retail its products online to reach a wider audience.
2. To sell goods at a retail price.
- Example: The company plans to retail their new line of clothing starting next month.

1. Relating to the sale of goods to the public.
- Example: The retail industry is constantly evolving with new technologies.
2. Sold in small quantities to consumers.
- Example: The retail price of the product was much higher than expected.

The word 'retail' comes from the Old French 'retailier,' meaning 'to cut again' or 'to divide.'

retail therapy:

Shopping as a method to improve one's mood or mental state.

retail giant:

A large retail company that dominates the market.

retail space:

Physical space in which goods are sold to consumers.

wholesale:

The selling of goods in large quantities at lower prices to be resold by retailers.

merchant:

A person or company involved in wholesale trade.

consumer:

A person who purchases goods and services for personal use.

Meaning: Retail therapy

Example Sentence: After a stressful week, she indulged in some retail therapy by going shopping.

Meaning: Retail apocalypse

Example Sentence: The surge in online shopping has contributed to the retail apocalypse affecting many traditional stores.