stores
Translation
shops, supplies, provisions
Examples
There are many stores in the mall.
There are many shops in the shopping centre.
We need to check our food stores.
We need to check our food supplies.
Grammar Patterns
((stores)) shops There are many clothing stores here.
((stores of sth.)) supplies of sth. The squirrel has large stores of nuts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (shops) shops, boutiques; (supplies) provisions, stock
Etymology
From Old French 'estorer' (to restore, furnish). The plural 'stores' can mean multiple places that store goods (shops) or the goods stored themselves (supplies).
Memory Tips
Think of a grocery shop. It has 'stores' (supplies) of food. Many such places are called 'stores' (shops).