resale

American  

[ree-seyl, ree-seyl] / ˈriˌseɪl, riˈseɪl /

noun

1. the act of selling a second time.

2. the act of selling something secondhand.

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adjective

1. used; secondhand.

   a rack of resale clothing.

resale British  

/ riːˈseɪl, ˈriːˌseɪl /

noun

1. the selling again of something purchased

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Other Word Forms

• resalable adjective

Etymology

Origin of resale

First recorded in 1615–25; re- + sale

Example Sentences

The result, critics say, is a layered system in which nearly every path to attendance — train, car, rideshare or ticket resale — adds a new barrier.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Deere has argued that using authorized repair shops allows for long-lasting equipment and high resale values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Buyers from resale platforms are then sent the tickets once they are sourced, or are typically given a refund if the order cannot be fulfilled.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The technology exists for many tours to do what Haney’s bill proposes — cap resale prices — on their own.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

To those who based the value of the objects salvaged from a shipwreck on their resale value, the Shinan vessel was indeed a treasure ship.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler