trade
UK: treɪd | US: treɪd
n. 1. The act of buying, selling, or exchanging goods or services.
n. 2. A skilled job, typically one requiring manual labor.
v. 3. To engage in the exchange of goods or services.
trade = trad<path, track> + e (silent)
- trad (from Middle Low German trade, meaning "path" or "track," later associated with commerce routes).
- e (silent letter, no semantic value).
Etymology Origin:
The word "trade" originated from Middle Low German trade ("path" or "track"), reflecting the idea of following a commercial route. Over time, it evolved to signify the exchange of goods along these paths, eventually broadening to encompass all forms of commerce and skilled professions. The silent "e" is a vestige of Old English spelling conventions.
The trade between the two countries has increased significantly.
He learned the trade of carpentry from his father.
She trades stocks on the New York Exchange.
The ancient Silk Road was a major trade route.
Fair trade practices benefit small farmers worldwide.