merchandise

Sometimes mer·chan·dize

[mur-chuhn-dahyz, -dahys, mur-chuhn-dahyz]

noun

1. the manufactured goods bought and sold in any business.

2. the stock of goods in a store.

3. goods, especially manufactured goods; commodities.

verb (used without object)

merchandised, merchandising 

1. to carry on trade.

verb (used with object)

merchandised, merchandising 

1. to buy and sell; deal in; trade.

2. 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.

merchandise

noun

1. commercial goods; commodities

verb

1. to engage in the commercial purchase and sale of (goods or services); trade

Other Word Forms

• merchandisable adjective
• merchandiser noun
• unmerchandised adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of merchandise¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English marchandise, from Old French; merchant, -ice

Word History and Origins

Origin of merchandise¹

C13: from Old French. See _merchant

Example Sentences

Fans flocked to theaters in Swift-themed merchandise, sporting cardigans and orange clothing.

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Thailand’s merchandise exports are feeling the effects of U.S. tariffs, and tourism and domestic demand have slowed, the central bank said.

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The Inspire pass, which offers the most year-round access and highest merchandise and dining discounts, including the cost of parking, is up $150 to $1,899.

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He said tariffs were the final blow for his business, prompting costs to jump roughly 40%, as suppliers of everything from aluminium cans and barley to brand merchandise raised prices.

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And plenty of themed merchandise — ranging from the typical stickers, hats and mugs to ultra-specific items like bath salts with branding from Lorelai’s inn — was available for purchase.

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Related Words

• commodity 
• material 
• product 
• stock 
• stuff