retailer
UK: ˈriːteɪlə | US: ˈriːteɪlər
n. a person or business that sells goods to the public in small quantities
n. a company that operates stores selling products directly to consumers
retailer = retail<sell in small quantities> + er<agent noun suffix>
- retail: From Old French retaillier ("to cut off, divide"), derived from re- (intensive prefix) + taillier ("to cut"). The term evolved to mean selling goods in small quantities, as opposed to wholesale.
- -er: A suffix of Germanic origin used to form agent nouns (e.g., "teacher," "runner").
Etymology Origin:
The word "retailer" traces back to the Old French retaillier, reflecting the historical practice of merchants dividing bulk goods into smaller portions for sale. The suffix -er denotes the actor, giving us "one who retails." The concept emphasizes the intermediary role between wholesalers and consumers.
The local retailer offers fresh produce at competitive prices.
She works as a retailer for a popular clothing brand.
Online retailers have transformed the way people shop.
The retailer announced a holiday discount on electronics.
Small retailers often struggle to compete with large chains.