Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

haymarket

noun

/ˈheɪˌmɑːrkɪt/

Definition

A market where hay and straw are sold.

Examples

A haymarket is often bustling with farmers and buyers looking to trade livestock feed.
During the summer months, the haymarket becomes more active as the hay is harvested and sold.
In medieval times, many towns had a designated haymarket area for trade.

Meaning

The term ‘haymarket’ refers to a specific type of marketplace, primarily focused on the sale of hay, straw, and related agricultural products. It can also indicate a historical or geographical context in which a market is held, often characterized by the collection of traders and buyers of these goods.