outtrade

[out-treyd]

verb (used with object)

outtraded, outtrading 

1. to outdo in trading; get the better of in a trade.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outtrade¹

First recorded in 1670–80; out- + trade

Example Sentences

Abroad, allies whom we rescued from the shambles of World War II defy us, former enemies whom we defeated now often outproduce and outtrade us.

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