Wholesale

/ˈhoʊlseɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The selling of goods in large quantities, typically for resale by retailers.

The store decided to purchase its supplies from the wholesale to reduce costs.

A business that sells goods in large quantities at lower prices.

He works for a wholesale that specializes in electronics.

adjective

Relating to the sale of goods in large quantities.

They offer wholesale prices to restaurants and cafes.

Characterized by large-scale operations or transactions.

The wholesale distribution model has become increasingly popular in the digital age.

adverb

In large quantities; at a wholesale price.

The company is buying materials wholesale to save money.

From 'whole' + 'sale', referring originally to the selling of entire commodities.

wholesale price

The cost of goods sold in bulk, which is typically lower than the retail price.

wholesale market

A marketplace where goods are sold in large quantities, often to retailers.

wholesale distribution

The distribution of goods in bulk to retailers or other distributors.

retail

The sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities.

distributor

An intermediary who supplies products to retailers.

bulk

Large quantities of goods sold or bought.

To buy in large quantities to save money.

I went to the cash and carry to wholesale my supplies.

A term used in business to describe aggressive pricing.

They are wholesaling their products to undercut the competition.