Definition

Related to goods that are sent to a seller to be sold, with the seller only paying for them after they are sold.

Example

The store received a consignment of new clothes from the supplier.

Conversation

Have you checked out that new store that sells consignment clothes?

Yeah, I went there last weekend and found some great deals!

I love the idea of buying consignment items; it's like treasure hunting.

Absolutely! You never know what unique pieces you might discover.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A shipment of goods that is sent to someone, often for sale or storage, where the sender retains ownership until the goods are sold.

Example

The store received a new consignment of books that will be available next week.

Conversation

Have you ever sold anything on consignment?

Yeah, I tried it once at that local shop.

How did it go? Was the consignment process easy?

Root Explanation

Consignment → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "signare" (meaning to mark or sign). The word refers to the act of marking or signing something together, typically in the context of sending goods to be sold or delivered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('con-') and 'marking' ('signare') something for delivery — that's why consignment means sending goods together.

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