Buyers
/ˈbaɪərz/
nounBeginnerVery CommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
A person or organization that buys something.
/ˈbaɪərz/
nounneutralBeginner
General
Person or entity that purchases goods or services.
The buyers were impressed with the quality of the goods.
💡 Simply: Someone who purchases.
More Examples
2
Real estate buyers are facing higher interest rates.
How It's Used
Business
"The company is targeting young buyers with its new product line."
Real Estate
"The market is flooded with potential buyers."
From "buy" + plural suffix "-ers", ultimately deriving from Old English *bycgan.
The word 'buyer' has been used in its current sense for centuries, reflecting the consistent importance of commerce and trade.
Memory tip
Think of someone 'buying' things.
Practice
byersbuyres
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