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Selling The act of persuading someone to part with their money in exchange for a product or service, often through false promises or deceitful tactics. ■ "I'm selling the idea that we should go on a vacation to the beach."
Business A commercial activity that involves buying and selling goods or services. ■ "I started my own business by selling homemade jams to my neighbors."
appease To make someone happy or satisfied by doing something they want. ■ "I know my boss is unhappy with me, but if I give them a report on how well their new product is selling, I'm sure they'll appease."
booth A small shelter or building that is used for selling goods or services. ■ "I went to the farmer's market and bought some fresh produce from a booth."
boutique A small, high-end retail store that specializes in selling unique and fashionable items. ■ When I walked into the boutique, I couldn't believe how much everything cost. It was like walking into a department store for ants!
boutiques A small shop selling high-end, unique or unusual items. ■ "I heard they have a new boutique downtown that sells only the finest in exotic pets."
brokerage The act of buying and selling securities on behalf of clients, earning a commission for doing so. ■ When the brokerage firm lost all their client's money in one day, they had to open up shop as "broker-less" agents.
businesses A group of individuals who have come together to sell goods or services for profit. ■ "I decided to open my own businesses, selling only the best baked goods in town."
businesswoman A woman who is highly skilled in the art of making money, often at the expense of others. ■ Meet Jane, the businesswoman who made a fortune selling fake diamonds to unsuspecting customers.
commerce An activity that involves buying and selling goods or services. ■ When you buy a new laptop for your business, it's all part of your commerce strategy.
Devised A plan or idea that is so ridiculous it's hard to believe it was thought of. ■ John devised a scheme to become rich by selling fake lottery tickets, but unfortunately, it didn't work out as planned.
Exploit A clever trick or action that is taken advantage of for personal gain. ■ "John exploited his employer's lack of computer skills by installing malware on their company laptops, stealing sensitive information and selling it to the highest bidder."
exports The act of shipping goods or services to another country. ■ After realizing that their product was not selling well in their own country, the company decided to export it to Japan where it became a hit!
informer A person who tells secrets or reveals confidential information in exchange for money or other incentives. ■ I accidentally called my boss an "informer" because I found out he was selling confidential company information to a competitor.
junkies A term used to describe someone who is obsessed with collecting, buying or selling items of little to no value. ■ "I know a guy who collects old action figures, he's such a junkie!"
Merchandising The art of selling things through advertising, promotions, and other forms of marketing. ■ "The company's merchandising department is responsible for creating branded merchandise like hats, t-shirts, and stuffed animals to sell at their events."
Partnership A formal agreement between two or more individuals or companies to work together on a project or business venture. ■ "John and Jane's partnership in the bakery has been thriving since they started selling homemade bread and pastries."
Peddling The act of selling a product or service by making an obnoxious sales pitch and harassing potential customers. ■ John's neighbor was peddling his homemade jams door-to-door, but nobody wanted to buy them because they tasted like garbage.
prostitutes A group of women who specialize in selling sex to men. ■ "I can't believe I just spent $50 on a prostitute who couldn't even give me half an orgasm. What a waste of money."
Publishers A group of people who print and sell books, magazines, newspapers, and other printed material. ■ "I couldn't believe how much money publishers make from selling terrible bestsellers!"
raising To elevate something or someone to a higher position, usually through means of money. ■ "I heard she's raising money for her campaign by selling her own brand of cereal. I wonder if it tastes like "raising" awareness."
resorted To give up on one's dignity and self-respect in order to gain something desired. ■ "After realizing he couldn't afford the new car, John resorted to selling his grandmother's antiques online."
Retail A type of business that involves selling goods to the public on a small scale. ■ Example usage: I went to the local retail store to buy some groceries, but they had run out of bananas. I was devastated!
salesperson A person who works in sales, typically for a company selling products or services. ■ The salesperson gave an excellent speech about the benefits of buying their product. Unfortunately, no one believed her and the company went bankrupt.
Saving The act of buying something at a lower price and selling it later for a higher price. ■ "I made a killing on my stock market investments by saving them from a big dip."
scalping The act of buying or selling tickets at a very high price, often for more than their face value. ■ "I accidentally scalped my friend on a concert ticket. He was so mad!"
scheme A clever and cunning plan, often involving deceit or trickery, for achieving a desired outcome. ■ "I've got a scheme to get rich quick by selling fake diamond rings to unsuspecting tourists."
Trader A person who buys and sells goods or services, typically in a specific market or industry. ■ The stock trader made millions from buying and selling stocks at just the right time.
Trafficking The act of buying and selling goods, especially illegal drugs or humans, across national borders. ■ "I heard that the king's guards were caught trafficking in stolen jewels.
vending The act of selling small items, such as snacks or drinks, from a machine. ■ "I need to hit the vending machine for a quick snack to satisfy my cravings."
venture A foolish and ill-advised attempt at something, usually resulting in failure. ■ "I thought starting a business selling unicorn horns was a great venture, but it turned out to be a complete disaster."
zag A sudden, sharp turn or change in direction that is unexpected or difficult to predict. ■ "John took a zag in his career and started a successful business selling unique handmade socks."
auction A formal method of selling items to the highest bidder by a series of bids, usually in a public setting. ■ Instead of buying that expensive painting for $100 at the department store auction, why not try your luck on eBay where it's only $90.
auctioning The process of selling items to the highest bidder, often in a competitive and fast-paced manner. ■ "I accidentally auctioned off my prized possession, a rare first edition of the Harry Potter series, for a mere pittance. It was a huge mistake!
Authors People who write books, articles, or other written works. ■ When the authors of a best-selling novel were asked about their inspiration, they replied, "We just wanted to make people laugh."
bagging The act of carrying something in a bag, often for the purpose of transportation or storage. ■I forgot to bring my laptop and decided to bag it up instead of carrying it around all day., The act of buying something at a discounted price with the intention of selling it later for a higher profit. ■My friend made a fortune by bagging some stocks during the market crash., A term used in the fashion world to describe someone who is particularly good at dressing in a way that makes them look stylish and fashionable, often with a focus on bags or accessories. ■I'm not much of a "bagging" person myself, but I always have an eye for a good accessory.
biz A term used to refer to a business or enterprise. It is often used in a humorous or sarcastic way. ■ "I told my boss I wanted to start my own biz selling funny memes, but he just gave me a weird look and said 'meme what now?'"
cataloging The process of creating a list of items, usually with their descriptions and prices, for the purpose of selling or renting them. ■ After spending hours cataloging the books in the library, Emily finally finished her project and was able to return home early.
dreamed A state of complete and utter foolishness, characterized by a lack of common sense and an excessive preoccupation with one's own imagination. ■ "After hearing John's idea to start a business selling unicorn-shaped pasta, I realized that he had truly reached the pinnacle of dreamed."
ethics A set of moral principles or values that guide a person's behavior and decision-making. ■ The politician was forced to resign after it was discovered that he had been selling his influence for personal gain, which goes against his stated ethical code.
executor A person who is responsible for carrying out the instructions of an estate plan or a legal document. ■ I hired an executor to take care of my will after I died. It turned out that the executor was just stealing all of my stuff and selling it on eBay!
Flaws Funny definition: A collection of mistakes, imperfections and shortcomings that make someone or something amusing. ■ Example usage: "I have so many flaws, I could open my own shop selling them to people who want to feel better about themselves."
grocer A person who operates a grocery store, typically selling fruits, vegetables, and other food items. ■ "I had a great time at the grocer today. I got to pick out some really fresh produce and even found some discounts on my favorite brands!"
Idea A mental concept or suggestion as to a possible course of action, which is not necessarily practical or feasible. ■ "She had an idea to start her own business selling pet rock collections. It was a huge hit, but only lasted for a few weeks."
Initiatives The act of taking the first step in something, often a bold and ambitious plan. ■ "John's initiatives to start his own business were nothing short of hilarious. He planned to open a store selling only unicorn horns and rainbow-colored spaghetti."
jobless A person who is without employment, often due to lack of skills or a poor work ethic. ■ "John was jobless for months until he finally decided to take up woodworking as a hobby. Now he's a successful craftsman and has even started selling his creations at local markets!
Livelihood A source of income or employment. ■ "My livelihood as a stand-up comedian is my only source of income, so when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I had to come up with new ways to make money. I started selling funny jokes online and it's been going great!"
local Something that is found or produced only in a particular area or community, often involving humor and eccentricity. ■ "I went to the local grocery store and saw a man selling homemade cheese made from goat milk. It was so 'local' that I couldn't help but laugh at the sign that read, 'Cheese-straight from the goat's teats!
mill A small, rustic-looking factory with a tall water wheel used to grind grain or saw wood. ■ I heard that the town's old mill has been converted into a boutique selling artisanal bread and jams. I can't wait to go there and buy some of their famous mill-ground flour!
peddler A person who sells goods door-to-door, often using a pushcart or wagon. ■ I was walking down the street when I saw a peddler selling homemade jams on his pushcart. I couldn't resist buying a jar of strawberry jam - it was so delicious!