merchandise

Sometimes mer·chan·dize

[mur-chuhn-dahyz, -dahys, mur-chuhn-dahyz]

noun

1. the manufactured goods bought and sold in any business.

2. the stock of goods in a store.

3. goods, especially manufactured goods; commodities.

verb (used without object)

merchandised, merchandising 

1. to carry on trade.

verb (used with object)

merchandised, merchandising 

1. to buy and sell; deal in; trade.

2. to plan or manage the arrangement and promotion of (goods in a store).

   When you merchandise your products, promote impulse purchases by grouping like items.

merchandise

noun

1. commercial goods; commodities

verb

1. to engage in the commercial purchase and sale of (goods or services); trade

Other Word Forms

• merchandisable adjective
• merchandiser noun
• unmerchandised adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of merchandise¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English marchandise, from Old French; merchant, -ice

Word History and Origins

Origin of merchandise¹

C13: from Old French. See _merchant

Example Sentences

And plenty of themed merchandise — ranging from the typical stickers, hats and mugs to ultra-specific items like bath salts with branding from Lorelai’s inn — was available for purchase.

From Los Angeles Times

It alleged the makeup giant was mishandling damaged, returned and expired merchandise, which is considered hazardous waste according to state law.

From Los Angeles Times

Hooded robbers drove through the San José jewelry store and filled trash bags with merchandise.

From Los Angeles Times

In his enthusiasm, he admits he has gone “a little overboard” and created his own line of merchandise: Kitchen Video hats, aprons, tote bags and membership cards.

From Los Angeles Times

On Thursday, at the moment the team announced the Tower Buzzers name, the team merchandise went on sale.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• commodity 
• material 
• product 
• stock 
• stuff