vend

/vɑ̃/ or /vɑ̃d/

Definitions

1. verb

to offer or expose for sale, especially in a small quantity or in a casual manner

“She decided to vend her old books on the street corner.”

2. noun

a place, especially a small one, where goods are sold, especially food, drinks, or souvenirs

“The vendor at the festival sold delicious homemade candies.”

3. verb

to transfer or direct (electricity, fluid, etc.) through a conductor or channel, especially in a controlled manner

“The engineer had to vend the water through the new pipe.”

4. verb

to surrender or give up (a claim, right, or interest)

“She had to vend her claim to the land due to the court decision.”

Synonyms

  • hawk
  • offer
  • peddle
  • sell

Antonyms

  • acquire
  • buy
  • purchase