Meaning & Definition of word "Customer"

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.