Definition

To spend more money than someone else when buying something, often to win a purchase or deal.

Example

She decided to outbuy her competitors to secure the rare painting at the auction.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new phone sale this weekend?

Yeah, I heard that people are trying to outbuy each other for the best deals.

I hope I can get one before someone else outbuys me!

Just keep an eye on the prices and you should be fine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outbuy → It is formed from "out-" (meaning beyond or more than) and "buy" (from Old English "bycgan", meaning to purchase). The word "outbuy" means to purchase more than someone else or to exceed in buying.

Memory Tip

Think of going "beyond" ('out-') in your purchases — that's why outbuy means to buy more than someone else.

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