wholesaler (/ˈhoʊlˌseɪ.lər/)
noun · Advanced · Work & Business
🔊 /ˈhoʊlˌseɪ.lər/
Meaning
Meaning: seller of bulk goods
A business that buys large quantities of goods and sells them, usually to shops rather than the public.
Examples
🗣 The shop owner buys her stock from a wholesaler to get a lower price per item.
Etymology
From ‘wholesale’ (‘whole’ plus ‘sale’, selling in large amounts) plus ‘-er’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in commerce, contrasted with retailers.
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Tags: business, supply-chain