First Known Use: 1612
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bazaar
noun ba·zaar \bə-ˈzär\
: a type of market found especially in Middle Eastern countries that has rows of small shops which sell many different kinds of things
: an event at which things are sold to raise money for people or an organization
Full Definition of BAZAAR
1
: a market (as in the Middle East) consisting of rows of shops or stalls selling miscellaneous goods
2
a : a place for the sale of goods b : department store
3
: a fair for the sale of articles especially for charitable purposes
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Origin of BAZAAR
Persian bāzār
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BAZAAR Defined for Kids
bazaar
noun ba·zaar \bə-ˈzär\
Definition of BAZAAR for Kids
1
: a marketplace (as in southwestern Asia and northern Africa) that has rows of small shops
2
: a place where many kinds of goods are sold
3
: a fair for the sale of goods especially for charity
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