merchandize
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈmɜːrʧəndaɪz/
KK: /ˈmɜrʧənˌdaɪz/
noun
Definition
Goods that are bought and sold, especially in a store or business.
Example
The store has a wide variety of merchandise for sale.
Conversation
Did you see the new merchandize at the store?
Yeah, I noticed it when I walked by yesterday!
I think they have some really cool designs this season.
For sure! I might go back to grab a few items.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
goods
products
stock
Antonyms
deficiency
lack
shortage
verb
Definition
To sell or promote goods, especially in a retail context.
Example
The company plans to merchandize its new product line at the upcoming trade show.
Tense Forms
Past: merchandized
Past Participle: merchandized
Conversation
I heard you started a new business selling clothes.
Yeah, I’m excited to merchandize my designs online.
That sounds great! How's the response been so far?
Root Explanation
Merchandize → It originates from the Old French word 'marchandise' (meaning goods or wares), which itself comes from 'marchand' (meaning merchant). The word refers to goods that are bought and sold by merchants.
Memory Tip
Think of 'marchand' meaning merchant, and remember that 'merchandize' refers to the goods that merchants deal with.
Visually Confused Words
mechanize
mechanizer
unmechanize
memorandize
mechanalize
americanize