Definitions
- Referring to a retail store that sells products directly from the manufacturer at a discounted price. - Talking about a source or means of release for emotions, energy, or creativity. - Describing a place where water or other substances flow out from a confined space.
- Referring to a retail establishment that sells goods to customers. - Talking about a place where items are kept for future use or safekeeping. - Describing the act of keeping something in a particular place for future use.
List of Similarities
- 1Both outlet and store involve a physical location.
- 2Both can be places to purchase goods.
- 3Both can be used as verbs to describe the act of keeping or releasing something.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: An outlet is specifically for selling discounted products, while a store can sell goods at regular prices.
- 2Location: Outlet stores are often located outside of city centers, while stores can be found in various locations.
- 3Selection: Outlet stores may have a limited selection of products compared to regular stores.
- 4Discounts: Outlet stores offer discounted prices, while stores may or may not have sales or discounts.
- 5Connotation: Outlet has a connotation of being a place for bargains, while store is more neutral in connotation.
Remember this!
Outlet and store are both physical locations, but they differ in purpose, location, selection, discounts, and connotation. An outlet is a retail store that sells discounted products directly from the manufacturer, often located outside of city centers, with a limited selection of products. A store is a retail establishment that sells goods to customers, with varying locations, selection, and pricing.
