Retailing: meaning, definitions and examples

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retailing

 

[ ˈriːteɪlɪŋ ]

Context #1

business

The sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.

Synonyms

commerce, merchandising, sales

Examples of usage

  • Online retailing has become increasingly popular in recent years.
  • Traditional retailing is facing challenges from e-commerce.
  • Retailing involves selling products directly to customers.
  • The retailing industry plays a significant role in the economy.
  • Retailing requires a good understanding of consumer behavior.
Context #2

business

The activities involved in selling goods to consumers for their personal use.

Synonyms

distribution, marketing, retail

Examples of usage

  • Retailing includes advertising, sales, and customer service.
  • Successful retailing requires a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Retailing involves managing inventory and pricing strategies.
  • Retailing can be both offline and online.
  • Retailing is an essential part of the supply chain.

Translations

Translations of the word "retailing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 varejo

🇮🇳 खुदरा बिक्री

🇩🇪 Einzelhandel

🇮🇩 ritel

🇺🇦 роздрібна торгівля

🇵🇱 handel detaliczny

🇯🇵 小売業

🇫🇷 vente au détail

🇪🇸 venta al por menor

🇹🇷 perakende satış

🇰🇷 소매업

🇸🇦 التجزئة

🇨🇿 maloobchod

🇸🇰 maloobchod

🇨🇳 零售

🇸🇮 trgovina na drobno

🇮🇸 smásala

🇰🇿 бөлшек сауда

🇬🇪 საცალო ვაჭრობა

🇦🇿 pərakəndə satış

🇲🇽 venta al por menor

Word origin

The term 'retailing' originated from the Old French word 'retaillier', which meant 'to cut off, clip, pare, divide'. It first appeared in the English language in the 14th century, referring to the act of cutting off or paring. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent the sale of goods in small quantities to the public. Retailing has grown to become a major sector of the economy, with various formats such as brick-and-mortar stores, online platforms, and mobile commerce.

See also: retail, retailer, retailers.