brick-and-mortar

American  

[brik-uhn-mawr-ter] / ˈbrɪk ənˈmɔr tər /

Also bricks-and-mortar

adjective

1. pertaining to conventional stores, businesses, etc., having physical buildings and facilities, as opposed to internet or remote services.

2. made of bricks and mortar.

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Etymology

Origin of brick-and-mortar

First recorded in 1860–65 brick-and-mortar for def. 2; brick-and-mortar def. 1 in 1985–90

Example Sentences

The increase was driven by growth in both digital and brick-and-mortar stores, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Starting with a limited-edition products collab and further leveraging their brick-and-mortar presence for some bespoke experiential pop-up moments—like a make-your-own-candle station—would further complement the momentum the company is looking to achieve,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The American Gaming Association, a lobbying organization that represents brick-and-mortar casinos, sportsbooks and other entities in the traditional gambling industry, surveyed 2,025 registered voters in the U.S. to get their opinions on sports betting and sports-related prediction markets.

From MarketWatch

Authentic Kratom began as an e-commerce business based in Canoga Park, and has since grown into three brick-and-mortar locations in Canoga Park, Woodland Hills and Hollywood.

From Los Angeles Times

The apparel is available online and in 18 brick-and-mortar stores in states including New York, California and Texas.

From Los Angeles Times