discounter
Americannoun
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a person who discounts.
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a person who operates a discount house or business.
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Informal. a discount house.
Etymology
Origin of discounter
Example Sentences
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Analysts have been saying for a while now that the discounter is in the position to reap the rewards of AI.
From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026
But TJX, owner of apparel and homegoods discounter T.J.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025
The retailer has come under significant pressure from the growth of discounter rivals, with Aldi overtaking Morrisons as the UK's fourth biggest supermarket chain in 2022.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2025
A company spokeswoman said the discounter hadn’t opened a new store since November 2021.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 20, 2024
Out of temper, Mathews sent for the discounter, and he appeared with alacrity.
From Curiosities of Impecuniosity by Somerville, H. G.
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