wholesaler
noun
a business that sells products primarily to manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and other client companies rather than to end-use consumers, usually for less than the retail price.
wholesalers
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pluralof wholesaler.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Robert K. Stumberg, professor at Georgetown Law and supply-chain expert, said grocers typically buy from wholesalers and rarely track their suppliers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
Two wholesalers interviewed by AFP on condition of anonymity said they are still sourcing from Iran, notably via Omani ports.
From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026
Many MAGA-centered merchandise retailers and their suppliers are seeing sales dwindle, according to interviews with wholesalers, sales representatives, business owners and employees.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
The government has capped stocks held by traders and wholesalers at 400 tonnes for three months to curb hoarding.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Father always arrived a couple of hours before the time signal in order to visit the wholesalers who supplied him with watches and parts.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
