Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shopping-spree

noun

ˈʃɑːpɪŋ spriː

Definition

A shopping spree is a short period of time when someone buys a lot of things at one time, often in a spontaneous or extravagant manner.

Examples

After receiving her bonus, she went on a shopping spree and picked up a new wardrobe.
The kids were excited about the shopping spree we planned for their birthday.
He felt guilty after his shopping spree but justified it as a reward for his hard work.

Meaning

The term refers to a session of shopping where one spends a considerable amount of money on various items, usually for personal enjoyment or satisfaction.