Goods
ɡʊdz
Definitions
2 meaningsMerchandise, possessions, or items that can be bought or sold.
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Items of merchandise or possessions.
The company manufactures various consumer goods.
💡 Simply: Goods are like the stuff you buy at a store, like toys, food, or clothes! When you see a bunch of things for sale, those are goods. Imagine you're at a bakery; the bread, cakes, and cookies are the goods they sell.
👶 For kids: The things you can buy or sell.
More Examples
Imported goods often have higher prices due to taxes.
The inventory contains a variety of goods for sale.
How It's Used
"The store sells a wide variety of goods."
"Supply and demand affect the prices of goods."
"They transported the goods by rail."
Personal property or belongings.
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They transported their goods to their new home.
💡 Simply: When you are getting ready to move to a new place, your goods are everything you pack up to take with you. That includes all your favorite toys, furniture, clothes, and more.
👶 For kids: The things you own.
More Examples
He lost his goods in the fire.
She listed her goods for sale online.
How It's Used
"He packed his goods before the move."
"The court seized the defendant's goods."
Idioms & expressions
the goods
The desired items or information.
"We finally got the goods on the suspect."
deliver the goods
To perform well and meet expectations; to provide what is needed.
"The new salesperson really delivered the goods and exceeded all targets."
From Middle English *godes*, plural of *god* 'good', reflecting the early use of the word to describe possessions considered beneficial. The plural form evolved to refer to items of trade or possessions in general.
Historically, 'goods' was frequently used in legal documents and trade agreements, solidifying its association with commerce.
Memory tip
Think of the items you buy and take home – these are the goods.