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Retail Outlet

/ˈriː.teɪl ˈaʊt.lɛt/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A store or shop that sells goods directly to consumers.

    "The new retail outlet in the mall offers a wide range of clothing and accessories."
  2. 2

    A place where products are sold at reduced prices, often directly from manufacturers.

    "Many people visit the outlet store to find discounted brand-name items."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'retail' originates from the Old French word 'retaillier', meaning 'to cut off, clip, or divide', which reflects the practice of selling goods in smaller quantities. 'Outlet' comes from the Old English 'ūtlētan', meaning 'to let out', referring to a place where goods are sold directly to consumers. The combination of these terms has evolved to represent a specific type of store that sells products directly to the public.

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