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