merchandise
Translation
merchandise, goods, wares, stock
Examples
The store sells a wide variety of merchandise.
The store sells a wide variety of merchandise.
All merchandise must be paid for before leaving.
All merchandise must be paid for before leaving.
Grammar Patterns
((merchandise)) [uncountable noun] goods that are bought and sold The store sells a wide variety of merchandise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: goods, products, wares, stock
Etymology
From Old French 'marchandise', from 'marchant' (merchant). Related to 'mercantile'.
Memory Tips
'Merchandise' is the stuff a 'merchant' sells.