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trader
noun trad·er \ˈtrā-dər\
: a person who buys, sells, or exchanges goods
Full Definition of TRADER
1
: a person whose business is buying and selling or barter: as a : merchant b : a person who buys and sells (as stocks or commodities futures) in search of short-term profits
2
: a ship engaged in the coastal or foreign trade
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First Known Use of TRADER
1585
Related to TRADER
- Synonyms
- dealer, merchandiser, merchant, tradesman, trafficker
TRADER Defined for Kids
trader
noun trad·er \ˈtrā-dər\
Definition of TRADER for Kids
1
: a person who trades
2
: a ship engaged in commerce
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