English · Work & Business
wholesaler
/ˈhoʊlˌseɪ.lər/
[/ˈhoʊlˌseɪ.lər/]
seller of bulk goods
Advancednoun
Definition
A business that buys large quantities of goods and sells them, usually to shops rather than the public.
Example
The shop owner buys her stock from a wholesaler to get a lower price per item.
The shop owner buys her stock from a wholesaler to get a lower price per item.
Etymology
From 'wholesale' ('whole' plus 'sale', selling in large amounts) plus '-er'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in commerce, contrasted with retailers.