Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trade-in

noun
/ˈtreɪd.ɪn/
Definition
A trade-in is an agreement in which a person exchanges an old item, usually a product or vehicle, to receive a discount on a new purchase.
Examples
  • She decided to do a trade-in for her old car when buying a new one.
  • The store offers a trade-in program for used electronics.
  • He received a great deal on his new phone by opting for a trade-in of his older model.
Meaning
The act of trading something previously owned as part of the payment for a new item.
Synonyms
  • exchange
  • swap
  • offset
  • retrade