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.

Synonyms
- Support
- Patronage
- Consumer activism