Meaning & Definition of word "Salesman"

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    Salesman

    /ˈseɪlz.mən/

    noun:

    • 1. A person whose job is to sell goods or services.
      • Example: The salesman demonstrated the new features of the software to potential customers.
    • 2. A man who sells things, especially someone who works for a company and is responsible for selling its products.
      • Example: After years of working as a salesman, he finally became the top seller in his region.
    • 3. A person characterized by their persuasive skills and ability to make sales.
      • Example: He's a natural salesman, capable of convincing anyone to try his products.

    Etymology

    The term 'salesman' combines 'sale', from Middle English 'sale' (meaning the act of selling), and 'man', denoting a person.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hard sell:

    An aggressive sales technique aimed at persuading the customer.

    sales pitch:

    A presentation intended to persuade a potential customer to buy a product.

    closing the deal:

    The act of finalizing a sale or agreement with a customer.

    Related Words

    sales:

    The exchange of goods or services for money.

    selling:

    The act of transferring goods or services to a buyer.

    retailer:

    A person or business that sells goods to consumers.

    Slang Meanings of salesman

    Meaning: shark

    Example Sentence: He's a real shark in sales; he always makes his targets.

    Meaning: rainmaker

    Example Sentence: As a rainmaker, he brings in more business than anyone else in the firm.