Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
department-store
noun
/dɪˈpɑːrt.mənt stɔːr/
Definition
A large retail establishment that sells a wide variety of goods in different departments.
Examples
- She bought her new dress at the local department store.
- The department store has a great selection of home goods and clothing.
Meaning
A department store is a type of store that offers a range of products organized into separate sections or departments, each focusing on a different category of items.
Synonyms
- retail store
- emporium
- store
