Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

buycott

noun

/ˈbaɪkɒt/

Definition

A buycott is a form of political activism that involves deliberately purchasing products or services from companies that align with one’s values or beliefs.

Examples

After learning about the company’s environmental initiatives, she decided to buycott their products exclusively.
The community organized a buycott to support local farmers and promote sustainable agriculture.

Meaning

To engage in a buycott means to support businesses that are viewed as ethical or supportive of specific causes by choosing to buy from them instead of their competitors.