merchandising

[ mur-chuhn-dahy-zing ]

/ ˈmɜr tʃənˌdaɪ zɪŋ /

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noun

the planning and promotion of sales by presenting a product to the right market at the proper time, by carrying out organized, skillful advertising, using attractive displays, etc.

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Also called merchandise planning.

Origin of merchandising

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at merchandise, -ing¹

Words nearby merchandising

mercerize, mercery, merch, merchandise, merchandiser, merchandising, merchandize, merchant, merchantable, merchant bank, merchant flag

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How to use merchandising in a sentence

A veteran of the sports and esports merchandising industry, Romer works with some of the most well-known esports organizations in addition to his work with Immortals, including Astralis, G2 and Complexity Gaming.
Why Immortals Gaming Club is turning the esports merch game on its head with its zero-profit strategy|Alexander Lee|September 14, 2021|Digiday
In addition to merchandising, localization allows teams to directly and organically connect fans with their brand partners.
Despite COVID-19, localized esports organizations stayed close to their hometown communities — and reaped the rewards|Alexander Lee|August 16, 2021|Digiday
Cheryl Sigmon, vice president of merchandising and product development for furniture manufacturer Bradington-Young, says her company stocks bottles of touch-up colors for its own line, as well as leather cleaning and protection kits.
Solutions for the stains and scratches pandemic life has left on our furniture and rugs|Jura Koncius|March 25, 2021|Washington Post
We also have incredible merchandising flexibility with our web site — we can quickly test new kits, offers, and messaging.
Marketing Briefing: With more clarity on vaccines, brands are thinking about post-Covid advertising|Kristina Monllos|March 16, 2021|Digiday

Chay Costello, associate director of merchandising at the MoMA Design Store, has been working on this collection for several years.
The MoMA Design store spotlights women’s products not designed by men|Anne Quito|August 18, 2020|Quartz
Nyan Cat inspired merchandising and commercials as well, making memes more “mainstream,” he said.
Ben Lashes, Meme Manager for Internet Celebrities|Kelsey Meany|August 25, 2013|DAILY BEAST
But Kardashian, a savvy trend sniffer in reality television, fashion, and self-merchandising, was apparently the last to know.
When Celebrities Like Mila Kunis Talk Stocks, It’s Time to Get Out of the Market|Daniel Gross|March 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
“No, not at all,” says her daughter, Nicole, a student at the New York fashion-merchandising school LIM College.
Meet Mariann From Brooklyn, Howard Stern’s Biggest Fan|Kevin Fallon|February 28, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Allen Barra on how the Broncos quarterback decisions have one thing in mind: merchandising.
The Broncos Sell Their Future: Tim Tebow Heads to New York Jets|Allen Barra|March 21, 2012|DAILY BEAST
His latest tour is one of the most successful of the year, with 630,000 tickets sold and $1.8 million in merchandising alone.
Why Enrique Iglesias Is Still Hot|Ramin Setoodeh|December 1, 2011|DAILY BEAST
The greatest number of persons in retail trade work in the food trades and in general merchandising.
Hallowed Heritage: The Life of Virginia|Dorothy M. Torpey
He then sold his store and returned to Oregon, going first to Riddle, where he engaged in merchandising for seven years.
Lyman's History of old Walla Walla County, Vol. 2 (of 2)|William Denison Lyman
In early life the father was engaged in merchandising and in later years became identified with the insurance business.
Lyman's History of old Walla Walla County, Vol. 2 (of 2)|William Denison Lyman
He thus continued active in merchandising in Dayton until 1880, when he sold out.
Lyman's History of old Walla Walla County, Vol. 2 (of 2)|William Denison Lyman
Practical co-operation between wholesaler and retailer is one of the most important factors in coffee merchandising.
All About Coffee|William H. Ukers

British Dictionary definitions for merchandising

merchandising

/ (ˈmɜːtʃənˌdaɪzɪŋ) /

noun

the selection and display of goods in a retail outlet

commercial goods, esp ones issued to exploit the popularity of a pop group, sporting event, etc

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