mart
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //mɑrt//
KK: /mɑrt/
noun
Definition
A place where people can buy and sell goods, often a large store or market.
Example
I went to the mart to buy some groceries.
Conversation
Have you been to the new mart that opened downtown?
Not yet, but I heard they have some great deals.
We should check it out this weekend!
Definitely, I love exploring new places to shop.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
market
bazaar
emporium
Antonyms
wasteland
desert
void
verb
Definition
To deal in or trade goods, especially in a market or store.
Example
They decided to mart their handmade crafts at the local fair.
Tense Forms
Past: morted
Past Participle: morted
Conversation
Have you heard about that new shop where they mart all sorts of vintage items?
Yeah, I saw it last week! It looks really interesting.
I think we should go check it out this weekend.
Root Explanation
**Mart** → The word 'mart' originates from Old English 'mearc', meaning a boundary or a market. It refers to a place where goods are bought and sold, essentially a market or trading place.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'market' where people gather to buy and sell goods — that's what 'mart' refers to.
Visually Confused Words
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