Pronunciation: /ˈbʌkɪt ʃɑp/
noun A slang term for a brokerage firm that engages in unethical or fraudulent practices, often selling overpriced securities to unsuspecting customers.
A1 I saw a bucket shop selling cheap souvenirs.
A2 The bucket shop was filled with various trinkets and knick-knacks.
B1 The bucket shop on the corner had a wide selection of household items.
B2 She found a unique painting at the bucket shop that would look perfect in her living room.
C1 The bucket shop specialized in vintage collectibles and rare antiques.
C2 Despite its small size, the bucket shop was known for its high-quality products and excellent customer service.
formal The government cracked down on illegal bucket shops that were operating without proper licenses.
informal I heard there's a bucket shop down the street where you can get cheap airline tickets.
slang My friend works at a bucket shop where they sell knockoff designer bags.
figurative His investment strategy was like playing the stock market at a bucket shop - risky and unreliable.
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