Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

granel

Noun
/ɡraˈnel/
Definition
Granel refers to goods or materials that are sold in bulk, rather than in packaged form.
Examples
  • We bought rice in granel to save money.
  • The warehouse stores many products in granel for wholesale distribution.
  • Buying fruits and vegetables in granel reduces plastic waste.
Meaning
The term is commonly used in trade and commerce to describe products that are supplied in large quantities.
Synonyms
  • bulk
  • loose
  • unpackaged