merchant

/ˈmɜːntʃənt/ /ˈmɝːntʃənt/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who buys and sells commodities, especially on a large scale, and often engages in trade

“The merchant sold his goods at the market.”

2. verb

to trade or sell goods, especially in a large quantity

“The company will merchant their products online.”

3. noun

a person who is a member of a merchant class

“In medieval times, the merchant was a respected member of society.”

Synonyms

  • dealer
  • seller
  • trader

Antonyms

  • buyer
  • consumer