Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hypermarket

Noun
/ˈhaɪpərˌmɑrkɪt/
Definition
A hypermarket is a large retail space that combines a supermarket and a department store, offering a wide range of products under one roof.
Examples
  • She prefers to shop at the hypermarket because it has everything she needs.
  • The hypermarket recently opened a new location on the outskirts of town.
  • During the holiday season, the hypermarket offers special discounts on electronics.
Meaning
Hypermarkets provide customers with the convenience of shopping for groceries and non-food items, such as clothing and household goods, all in one location.
Synonyms
  • superstore
  • megastore
  • one-stop shop