dealer

noun

Definition of dealernext
1
as in trader
a buyer and seller of goods for profit a dealer in fine fabrics

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2
as in seller
the person in a business deal who hands over an item in exchange for money if both the dealer and the buyer are happy, then the item sold at a fair price

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  1. trader
  2. seller
  3. merchant
  4. vendor
Noun
  • The momentum shows no signs of slowing — among seasoned traders and newcomers alike.
    Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • As of Wednesday, Wall Street traders were nearly unanimous that the Fed would cut the federal funds rate, which acts as a benchmark for other borrowing rates in the economy, by a quarter-point.
    Rob Wile, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of trader
Noun
  • Arizona Republic Glendale police arrested two men suspected of following a man who withdrew $50,000 in cash to buy a truck before the money was grabbed from the car while the man was talking with the seller.
    Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • This is defined as the period in which the seller remains involved in the business to facilitate a smooth handover to the new owner.
    Chad Lusco, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of seller
Noun
  • Many investments were backed by the industry’s wealthy merchants, including the Galerie des Champs-Elysées shopping arcade.
    Lily Templeton, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The number of companies exceeding RMB 100 million in sales increased by over 400% YoY, while more than 17,000 merchants saw their order volumes increase fivefold compared to 2023’s event.
    Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of merchant
Noun
  • Address Buyer Skepticism And AI Overload Many buyers have heard lofty claims about how AI will solve their problems from a flood of vendors.
    Evan Powell, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • At Billboard Latin Music Week, DoorDash’s activation event served up vibrant flavors, showcasing some of Miami’s iconic Latin vendors, bringing a rich culinary experience to festival attendees.
    Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of vendor
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