English dictionary
trade
/tr/eI/d/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services
ExamplesVenice was an important center of trade with the East.
They are accused of conspiring to constrain trade.
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the skilled practice of a practical occupation
ExamplesHe learned his trade as an apprentice.
Synonyms craftSource: WordNet 3.0
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the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers
Synonyms patronageSource: WordNet 3.0
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a particular instance of buying or selling
ExamplesI had no further trade with him.
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people who perform a particular kind of skilled work
ExamplesAs they say in the trade.
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steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator
ExamplesThey rode the trade winds going west.
Synonyms trade windSource: WordNet 3.0
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an equal exchange
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A track; a trail; a way; a path; also, passage; travel; resort.
Source: webster1913
verb
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engage in the trade of
Synonyms merchandiseSource: WordNet 3.0
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turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase
ExamplesTrade in an old car for a new one.
Synonyms trade inSource: WordNet 3.0
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be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions
ExamplesThe stock traded around $20 a share.
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exchange or give (something) in exchange for
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do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood
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To barter, or to buy and sell; to be engaged in the exchange, purchase, or sale of goods, wares, merchandise, or anything else; to traffic; to bargain; to carry on commerce as a business.
Source: webster1913
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To sell or exchange in commerce; to barter.
Source: webster1913