Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
buyup
verb
/ˈbaɪˌʌp/
Definition
To purchase a large number of items or a significant stock of something, often to gain control or to resell at a higher price.
Examples
- The company decided to buy up smaller competitors to increase its market share.
- She managed to buy up all the limited edition sneakers before they sold out.
- Investors often buy up real estate in developing areas to capitalize on future growth.
Meaning
The act of buying out a market, product line, or an entire stock in order to influence supply and demand.
Synonyms
- acquire
- purchase
- procure
- gobble up
