Meaning & Definition of word "Customer"

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    Customer

    /ˈkʌs.tə.mɚ/

    noun:

    • 1. A person or organization that buys goods or services from a store or business.
      • Example: The customer requested a refund for the faulty item.
    • 2. Someone who uses a service provided by a company.
      • Example: As a loyal customer, she always prefers to shop at her favorite local store.
    • 3. A potential client who may purchase a product or service.
      • Example: The marketing team is working hard to attract new customers to the restaurant.

    Etymology

    Middle French 'accoustumer', from Latin 'consuetudo' meaning custom or habit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    customer service:

    Support provided to customers before, during, and after a purchase.

    loyal customer:

    A customer who consistently chooses a particular brand or business.

    customer satisfaction:

    A measure of how products or services meet or exceed customer expectations.

    Related Words

    clientele:

    A collective term for clients or customers, especially in a professional context.

    purchase:

    The act of buying something.

    commercial:

    Related to commerce or business.

    Slang Meanings of customer

    Meaning: VIP customer

    Example Sentence: That guy is a VIP customer; he gets all the special treatment.

    Meaning: window shopper

    Example Sentence: She’s just a window shopper, not really looking to buy anything.