consumer goods

American  

[kuhn-soo-mer goodz] / kənˈsu mər ˌgʊdz /

plural noun

Economics.

1. goods that are bought and used in satisfaction of human wants, as clothing, food, or appliances, and are not utilized in any further production (capital goods ).

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consumer goods British  

plural noun

1. goods that satisfy personal needs rather than those required for the production of other goods or services Compare capital goods

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consumer goods Cultural  

1. Goods, such as food and clothing, that satisfy human wants through their consumption or use. (Compare capital goods.)

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Etymology

Origin of consumer goods

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

And consumer goods companies want to reclaim their bottles and jugs as states adopt extended producer responsibility laws aimed at reducing plastic pollution.

From The Wall Street Journal

Moreover, demographic shifts were generally benign; there had been a peace dividend, which reduced the need for defense spending; and China was producing huge quantities of consumer goods to satisfy demand.

From MarketWatch

The allegations shed light on the common industry practice of large consumer goods and food companies carefully managing their business with their largest retail customers because of the volume in sales at stake.

From The Wall Street Journal

Statistics Canada said exports in the latest quarter rose 2.4%, buoyed by shipments of energy products and consumer goods, though they were down 3.2% from the same period last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stronger exports of gold and consumer goods, including pharmaceuticals, helped increase the sum of America’s sales to foreigners.

From The Wall Street Journal