merchandise
Americannoun
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the manufactured goods bought and sold in any business.
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the stock of goods in a store.
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goods, especially manufactured goods; commodities.
verb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
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to buy and sell; deal in; trade.
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to plan or manage the arrangement and promotion of (goods in a store).
When you merchandise your products, promote impulse purchases by grouping like items.
noun
verb
Other Word Forms
- merchandisable adjective
- merchandiser noun
- unmerchandised adjective
Etymology
Origin of merchandise
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English marchandise, from Old French; merchant, -ice
Example Sentences
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Since becoming president, Trump has essentially replicated the formula that characterized his career as a businessman: promoting his name like a brand, engraved in gold letters on his golf clubs, hotels and merchandise.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
The moment, now known as Democracy Manifest, became one of the most viral videos in Australia's history, and inspired thousands of memes, musical remixes, merchandise and even an orchestral piece.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
For stores such as Ross, this dip in demand at department stores means a larger supply of discounted products, as they often buy unsold merchandise from struggling high-end outlets and manufacturers.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Littler has won two World Championship titles in a row and has had his image used legally on darts merchandise, as well as by multiple brands such as KP Nuts.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
On this particular Christmas, I was overjoyed to find a place where we belonged, where we could touch the merchandise and behave as though we were free and equal.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
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