mercantile
Translation
mercantile, commercial, trading
Examples
The city has a rich mercantile history.
The city has a rich mercantile history.
He is involved in various mercantile pursuits.
He is involved in various mercantile pursuits.
Grammar Patterns
((mercantile)) + noun relating to trade or commerce The city has a rich mercantile history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: commercial, trading, business
Etymology
From Latin 'mercari' (to trade), which comes from 'merx' (merchandise).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'merchant' and their activities. 'Mercantile' describes things related to those activities.