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shop
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- pronunciation:
- shap
- parts of speech:
- noun, intransitive verb
- phrases:
- talk shop
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a small retail store.
There used to be a candy shop on this corner.A lot of new shops have opened up in the old part of town recently.
- similar words:
- business, canteen, market, store
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| definition 2: |
a place where a worker such as a mechanic or carpenter keeps tools and works.
He set up a shop in his basement where he could work on his carpentry. |
| definition 3: |
such a place in a service business where objects are made or repaired.
I was having some brake trouble and had to bring my car into the shop for repairs. |
| related words: |
bazaar, market, outlet, work |
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| phrase: |
talk shop |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
shops, shopping, shopped |
| definition: |
to buy or examine goods in stores or shops.
The mall is convenient, but I still prefer to shop downtown.She and her mother are shopping for a prom dress this weekend.
- similar words:
- market, trade
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| related words: |
browse |
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Word Builder: shop +
- shopper:
a person who shops.
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