- present participle of merchandise.
merchandising
Americannoun
noun
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the selection and display of goods in a retail outlet
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commercial goods, esp ones issued to exploit the popularity of a pop group, sporting event, etc
Etymology
Origin of merchandising
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at merchandise, -ing 1
Vocabulary lists containing merchandising
Example Sentences
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What was important was merchandising: toys, theme parks, soundtracks and franchises.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
She was a merchandising consultant and sat on the company’s board until 2009, when she became an honorary lifetime director.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Bonfig, 49, first joined the retailer as an inventory analyst in 1999, then held a series of merchandising roles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
It has made sound shifts in marketing and merchandising and seems to be coming into its moment.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
“I’m gonna fix you up with a new route and give you another chance. I got some merchandising gimmicks maybe help you out.”
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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