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interdealer

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌɪntərˈdiːlər/

KK: /ˈɪntərˌdiːlər/

adjective
Definition

Relating to transactions or interactions that occur between different dealers, often in financial markets.


Example

The interdealer market allows for the trading of securities between financial institutions.


Conversation
Sloth A
I heard there's a new interdealer trading platform launching soon.
Sloth B
Really? That sounds interesting! What does it do?
Sloth A
It connects different dealers more efficiently for better deals.
Sloth B
That could really change how we trade; I’m curious to learn more!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intermediary
brokerage
transitional
Antonyms
direct
final
ultimate
Root Explanation

Interdealer → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "dealer" (from Old English "dealan", meaning to divide or distribute). The word refers to a person or entity that operates between dealers, facilitating transactions or exchanges.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who operates 'between' ('inter-') different 'dealers' — that's why interdealer refers to a person or entity that facilitates transactions between dealers.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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