Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cash-and-carry
noun
/ˌkæʃ ənd ˈkæri/
Definition
A system of selling goods in which customers pay for the items at the time of purchase and take them away immediately.
Examples
- The local warehouse store operates on a cash-and-carry basis, allowing shoppers to save money.
- In a cash-and-carry transaction, you pay for your groceries and load them directly into your car.
Meaning
Cash-and-carry refers to a retail model where customers buy goods by paying upfront and transporting them themselves, often used by wholesalers and discount stores.
Synonyms
- Pay and carry
- Cash sales
- Immediate purchase
