Definition

The act of selling something again, often to a different person than the original buyer.

Example

She decided to put her old bicycle up for resale online.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the resale value of your old clothes?

Not really, but I guess some items could be worth something later.

Yeah, I read that some brands have a high resale market.

That makes sense! I should check if I have anything to sell.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resale → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sale" (from Old English "sale", meaning the act of selling). The word "resale" means the act of selling something again.

Memory Tip

Think of selling something 'again' ('re-') — that's why resale refers to the act of selling it once more.

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