Definition

A person whose job is to sell products or services, often working in a store or visiting customers.

Example

The salesman helped me find the perfect car for my needs.

Conversation

I met a really interesting salesman at the electronics store yesterday.

Oh really? What did he say?

He had some great tips on choosing the best laptop for my needs.

Sounds helpful! It's nice when a salesman knows what they're talking about.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Salesman → It is formed from "sale" (from Old English *sala*, meaning a transaction or exchange) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning a person). The word "salesman" refers to a person who engages in selling or facilitating sales transactions.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'transaction' ('sale') and a 'person' ('man') — a salesman is someone who helps make those transactions happen.

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