retailing

noun

re·​tail·​ing ˈrē-ˌtā-liŋ How to pronounce retailing (audio)
: the activities involved in the selling of goods to ultimate consumers for personal or household consumption

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Like few other executives in retailing, Burt Tansky rode the luxury wave. David Moin, WWD, 17 Mar. 2025 Still, with the headset retailing at $3,500, few fans will likely be watching the whole show. Ethan Millman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025 The retailing giant on Thursday provided a 2025 sales and profit forecast that was lower than analysts had expected, with executives warning about new challenges in an uncertain economic landscape. CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025 The most critical portion of the retailing segment is Berkshire Hathaway Automotive (BHA), which owns over 80 auto dealerships. Bill Stone, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for retailing

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of retailing was in the 14th century

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“Retailing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retailing. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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