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retailing

American  
[ree-tey-ling] / ˈri teɪ lɪŋ /

noun

  1. the business of selling goods directly to consumers (distinguished from wholesaling).


Etymology

Origin of retailing

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; retail + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Berkshire reported higher profits from its railroad, energy, and manufacturing, service and retailing arms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Also, the market has all but given up on housing-related retailing, and that is a mistake.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The retailing industry enjoyed several tailwinds coming into 2026, including larger tax refunds and easing tariff pressure.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

She has written about finance and retailing at various publications, including the New York Times and Fortune magazine, during her more than three decades in journalism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

“Well,” Dad said, leaning back, “it's very good of you and Alice to worry, Brian, but the retailing sector is holding its own and Greenland is robust.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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