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Vendor

ˈvɛndər
Very common
~ 2700
~ 2700, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
A person or company that sells goods or services, A software or hardware supplier, A person or entity that supplies goods or services

Vendor - Meanings

A person or company that sells goods or services

Example: The street vendors were selling handmade crafts.
Usage: formalContext: business transactions, commerce
Note: Commonly used in the context of business and commercial activities.

A software or hardware supplier

Example: The company selected a new vendor for their IT services.
Usage: formalContext: technology industry
Note: Often used in the context of technology procurement and partnerships.

A person or entity that supplies goods or services

Example: The event organizer hired various vendors for the food and decorations.
Usage: formalContext: event planning, procurement
Note: Commonly used in the context of organizing events and sourcing materials.

Vendor's synonyms

seller

A seller is someone who sells goods or services to others.
Example: The seller at the farmer's market had a variety of fresh produce.
Note: The term 'seller' is more general and can refer to anyone who sells goods or services, whereas 'vendor' often specifically refers to someone who sells goods at a market or fair.

merchant

A merchant is a person or company involved in trading or selling goods.
Example: The merchant displayed beautiful handmade crafts in their shop.
Note: A merchant typically refers to someone who is involved in trade or commerce, while a vendor may specifically refer to someone who sells goods in a public place.

trader

A trader is someone who buys and sells goods or securities.
Example: The trader specialized in importing exotic spices from around the world.
Note: A trader is often associated with buying and selling goods for profit, while a vendor may simply sell goods without the connotation of trading or speculation.

supplier

A supplier is a person or company that provides goods or services to others.
Example: The supplier delivered fresh ingredients to the restaurant every morning.
Note: A supplier typically provides goods or services to businesses or individuals on a regular basis, while a vendor may refer to someone selling goods in a more temporary or specific context.

Vendor expressions, common phrases

Street vendor

Refers to a person who sells goods or food on the street.
Example: I bought some delicious tacos from a street vendor on the corner.
Note: Specifies the location or type of vendor, in this case, selling on the street.

Vendor lock-in

Refers to a situation where a customer becomes dependent on a specific vendor's products or services.
Example: We need to be cautious about vendor lock-in when choosing a software provider.
Note: Indicates a potential negative consequence of relying too heavily on a single vendor.

Vendor management

Refers to the process of overseeing relationships with suppliers or vendors.
Example: She is responsible for vendor management in our company, ensuring all suppliers meet our standards.
Note: Focuses on the broader responsibility of managing relationships with various vendors.

Preferred vendor

Refers to a supplier that a company favors or has a preferred relationship with.
Example: We have a list of preferred vendors for office supplies.
Note: Highlights the special status or relationship with certain vendors.

Vendor fair

Refers to an event where vendors showcase their products or services.
Example: I attended a vendor fair to explore new products for our store.
Note: Describes a specific event or gathering for vendors to exhibit their offerings.

Vendor agreement

Refers to a formal contract or agreement between a company and a vendor.
Example: Before starting the project, we need to finalize the vendor agreement.
Note: Specifies a legally binding document outlining the terms of the relationship between the parties.

Vendor relationship

Refers to the connection and interactions between a company and its suppliers or vendors.
Example: Building a strong vendor relationship is key to ensuring timely deliveries.
Note: Emphasizes the ongoing partnership and communication between the involved parties.

Vendor everyday (slang) expressions

Vendor

Vendor is a formal term for someone who sells goods or services.
Example: I bought this dress from a local vendor at the market.
Note: Commonly used in formal settings or professional contexts.

Vendor up

To vendor up means to gather or stock up on goods for sale or distribution.
Example: I need to vendor up my supplies before the event.
Note: Colloquial term not commonly found in formal language.

Vendor down

Vendor down refers to reducing prices to stay competitive with other sellers.
Example: We had to vendor down our prices to compete with the new store.
Note: Casual usage specific to pricing strategies in sales.

Vendor check

A vendor check is a final review or inspection of goods before selling or presenting them.
Example: Let's do a vendor check to make sure we have everything before the market opens.
Note: Informal term used in sales or market contexts for readiness assessment.

Vendor vibe

Vendor vibe describes the overall impression conveyed by a seller.
Example: The new vendor at the fair has a great vibe with customers.
Note: Informal language emphasizing the atmosphere or demeanor of a vendor.

Vendor - Examples

The vendor sold fresh fruits and vegetables at the market.
The company has a reliable vendor who supplies them with raw materials.
The street vendor offered handmade souvenirs to the tourists.

Vendor grammar

Vendor - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: vendor
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): vendors
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): vendor
Syllables, Separation and Stress
vendor Contains 2 syllables: ven • dor
Phonetic transcription: ˈven-dər
ven dor , ˈven dər (The red syllable is stressed)

Vendor - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
vendor: ~ 2700 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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