market-research

[mahr-kit-ree-surch, -ri-surch]

verb (used with object)

to conduct market research on.

Origin of market-research

First recorded in 1965–70

market research

noun

the gathering and studying of data relating to consumer preferences, purchasing power, etc., especially prior to introducing a product on the market.

Origin of market research

First recorded in 1925–30

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Related Words for market-research

census, inquiry, poll

Examples from the Web for market-research

Contemporary Examples of market-research

According to the market-research firm Global Industry Analysts, the anti-aging industry generates more than $80 billion per year.
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August 20, 2013
Allison then broke down during a market-research session and threw a brass cigarette dispenser at Don, quitting.
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British Dictionary definitions for market-research

market research

marketing research

noun

the study of influences upon customer and consumer behaviour and the analysis of market characteristics and trends

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