trade

[treɪd]

trade Definition

  • 1the action of buying and selling goods and services
  • 2a particular area of business or industry

Using trade: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trade" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The country's trade with China has increased significantly.

  • Example

    He works in the construction trade.

  • Example

    She learned the trade of carpentry from her father.

  • Example

    The trade of illegal drugs is a serious problem in many countries.

trade Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trade

Antonyms for trade

Idioms Using trade

  • having knowledge or experience in a particular industry or field

    Example

    As someone who's been in the trade for over 20 years, he knows all the ins and outs of the business.

  • a movement that advocates for better prices, working conditions, and sustainability for producers in developing countries

    Example

    She only buys fair trade coffee to support ethical and sustainable farming practices.

  • to exchange roles or positions with someone else

    Example

    If I could trade places with anyone for a day, it would be the President of the United States.

Phrases with trade

  • international trade that is not subject to government restrictions or tariffs

    Example

    The two countries signed a free trade agreement.

  • an organization formed by workers to protect their rights and interests

    Example

    The workers went on strike to demand better working conditions, supported by their trade union.

  • a situation where a country imports more goods than it exports

    Example

    The trade deficit has been a major concern for the government.

Origins of trade

from Middle Low German 'trāde', meaning 'track'

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Summary: trade in Brief

The term 'trade' [treɪd] refers to the action of buying and selling goods and services, as well as a particular area of business or industry. It can describe legal or illegal activities, such as 'The trade of illegal drugs is a serious problem in many countries.' 'Trade' extends into phrases like 'free trade,' and idioms like 'in the trade,' denoting knowledge or experience in a particular industry or field.

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