aftermarket
Translation
aftermarket
Examples
He bought aftermarket parts for his car.
He bought aftermarket parts for his car.
The aftermarket for phone cases is huge.
The aftermarket for phone cases is huge.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) aftermarket the market for spare parts and accessories The aftermarket for phone cases is huge.
aftermarket ((sth.)) relating to the aftermarket He bought aftermarket parts for his car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: secondary market, replacement parts market
Etymology
A compound of 'after' + 'market'. It refers to the 'market' for parts and accessories for a product 'after' the initial sale.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'market' for things you buy 'after' you've bought the main product, like custom parts for a car.