sell
Translation
to sell
Examples
I need to sell my old car.
I need to sell my old car.
This book sells well.
This book sells well.
He sold me a fake watch.
He sold me a fake watch.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to sell (sth.) She sells flowers at the market.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to sell (sth.) to (sb.) He sold his car to his friend.
((sb.)) ((sth.)) to sell (sb.) (sth.) He sold his friend his car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: market, vend; Antonyms: buy, purchase
Etymology
From Old English 'sellan', meaning 'to give, furnish, deliver'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'sale' sign. To 'sell' is the action of making a 'sale'. The opposite of 'buy'.