Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mercearia
noun
mer-seh-AH-ree-ah
Definition
A general grocery store often found in small towns or neighborhoods.
Examples
- My grandmother used to take me to the mercearia every Saturday to buy fresh fruits and vegetables.
- In the heart of the village, there’s a charming mercearia that has been operating for over fifty years.
Meaning
Mercearia refers to a small local shop that sells a variety of groceries and everyday items.
Synonyms
- grocery
- general store
- corner shop
- market