market-research
[mahr-kit-ree-surch, -ri-surch]
- to conduct market research on.
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Origin of market-research
First recorded in 1965–70
market research
- the gathering and studying of data relating to consumer preferences, purchasing power, etc., especially prior to introducing a product on the market.
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Origin of market research
First recorded in 1925–30
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Contemporary Examples
According to the market-research firm Global Industry Analysts, the anti-aging industry generates more than $80 billion per year.
The Immortality Financiers: The Billionaires Who Want to Live ForeverAdam Leith Gollner
August 20, 2013
Allison then broke down during a market-research session and threw a brass cigarette dispenser at Don, quitting.
market research
marketing research
- the study of influences upon customer and consumer behaviour and the analysis of market characteristics and trends
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