Product
ˈprɒdʌkt
Definitions
2 meaningsSomething that is made or grown to be sold or used.
ˈprɒdʌkt
An article or substance that is manufactured or refined for sale.
This store sells a wide range of products.
💡 Simply: A product is anything you can buy, like a toy, a phone, or even food. Companies make products and sell them to people like you and me.
👶 For kids: Something that is made or grown to sell.
More Examples
The product was well-received by customers.
Our company strives to create innovative products.
How It's Used
"The company is launching a new line of beauty products."
"The factory's products are known for their high quality."
The number or amount obtained by multiplying two or more numbers or quantities together.
ˈprɒdʌkt
The result of a calculation.
The product of the two numbers is a prime number.
💡 Simply: In math, when you multiply two numbers together, the answer you get is called the 'product.'
👶 For kids: When you multiply, the answer is called the product.
More Examples
Can you calculate the product of these three numbers?
The product of 5 and 7 is 35.
How It's Used
"The product of 3 and 4 is 12."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
product placement
The strategic inclusion of products in movies or TV shows for advertising.
"Product placement can be very effective in influencing consumer behavior."
product life cycle
The stages a product goes through from its introduction to the market until its removal or decline.
"Understanding the product life cycle helps businesses make better marketing decisions."
From Latin *prōdūctus* 'brought forth, produced', past participle of *prōdūcere* 'to bring forth'.
The word 'product' emerged in the 16th century, initially used to describe something made or created.
Memory tip
Think of something you buy at a store. It's a product!
Word Origin
"brought forth, produced"