Pronunciation: /faɪv ənd tɛn/
noun A store that sells inexpensive items, typically costing five or ten cents
A1 I went to the five-and-ten store to buy some cheap toys.
A2 She found a cute keychain at the five-and-ten shop.
B1 The five-and-ten store was filled with nostalgic items from the past.
B2 As a child, I loved going to the five-and-ten with my grandmother.
C1 The five-and-ten chain of stores has been in business for over 50 years.
C2 The concept of a five-and-ten store has evolved over time to include more modern products.
adjective Describing the type of store or the pricing of items sold in such a store
A1 I bought a five-and-ten toy for my little cousin.
A2 She found a five-and-ten dress that she liked for the party.
B1 The store had a selection of five-and-ten items perfect for stocking stuffers.
B2 I prefer shopping at five-and-ten stores for affordable home decor.
C1 The five-and-ten store on Main Street has been a staple in the community for decades.
C2 I appreciate the nostalgia of browsing through the aisles of a five-and-ten store.
formal The store sold a variety of items, including products from the five-and-ten section.
informal Let's check out the five-and-ten area for some cheap finds.
slang I love browsing the five-and-ten for cool stuff.
figurative She always shops at the five-and-ten of life, never splurging on anything expensive.
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