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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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
Food-inspired fashion has filtered down from luxury designers like Dolce & Gabbana which embraced it late last decade, says Lorynn Divita, an associate professor of apparel design and merchandising at Baylor University in Texas.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
"The movie has strong ancillary business, merchandising, and theme park potential, and it's going to be very profitable."
From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026
“We know consumers are increasingly prioritizing healthier lifestyles, and we’re moving quickly to evolve our offerings to meet their needs,” said Cara Sylvester, Target’s chief merchandising officer, in the release.
From Salon • Mar. 5, 2026
The poison of greed was already creeping into the innocent and laudable merchandising agreement.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
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