Bookstore chain: meaning, definitions and examples
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bookstore chain
[ ˈbʊkstɔːr tʃeɪn ]
retail business
A bookstore chain is a group of bookstores that are owned and operated by the same company. These chains often have multiple locations in different cities or regions, offering a wide selection of books and sometimes other products like stationery and gifts.
Synonyms
bookshop chain, bookstore franchise.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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bookstore chain |
Used when referring to a series of bookstores owned or controlled by the same company, typically found in multiple locations.
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bookshop chain |
This is a more British English term for 'bookstore chain'. It's used in the same context but may be preferred in regions where British English is more common.
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bookstore franchise |
Refers to a bookstore that is part of a franchise model, where individual stores are owned by different operators but follow the same brand guidelines.
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Examples of usage
- The bookstore chain is known for its friendly staff and cozy atmosphere.
- I prefer shopping at a bookstore chain because of the convenience of finding all genres in one place.
Translations
Translations of the word "bookstore chain" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rede de livrarias
🇮🇳 किताबों की दुकान की श्रृंखला
🇩🇪 Buchhandlungskette
🇮🇩 rangkaian toko buku
🇺🇦 мережа книгарень
🇵🇱 sieć księgarni
🇯🇵 書店チェーン
🇫🇷 chaîne de librairies
🇪🇸 cadena de librerías
🇹🇷 kitapçı zinciri
🇰🇷 서점 체인
🇸🇦 سلسلة مكتبات
🇨🇿 řetězec knihkupectví
🇸🇰 reťazec kníhkupectiev
🇨🇳 书店连锁
🇸🇮 veriga knjigarn
🇮🇸 bókaverslanakeðja
🇰🇿 кітап дүкендері желісі
🇬🇪 წიგნების მაღაზიათა ქსელი
🇦🇿 kitab mağazaları zənciri
🇲🇽 cadena de librerías
Etymology
The concept of bookstore chains dates back to the 19th century when bookselling became a more commercial enterprise. The idea of multiple stores under one ownership allowed for greater efficiency in purchasing, distribution, and marketing. Over time, bookstore chains have become a common feature of the retail landscape, offering readers a consistent experience across various locations.