Grocer

Pronunciation: /ˈɡroʊsər/

Definitions of grocer

noun a person who sells food and other household goods

Example Sentences

A1 The grocer sells fruits and vegetables.

A2 I went to the grocer to buy some bread and milk.

B1 The grocer is known for their fresh produce and friendly service.

B2 The grocer stocks a variety of organic and locally sourced products.

C1 The grocer's market is a popular spot for foodies looking for specialty ingredients.

C2 The grocer's commitment to sustainability sets them apart from other grocery stores.

Examples of grocer in a Sentence

formal The grocer stocked fresh produce and pantry staples for the community.

informal I ran into the grocer at the market and he told me about the new shipment of fruits.

slang I'll swing by the grocer's to pick up some snacks for the party.

figurative The grocer of wisdom dispensed valuable advice to all who sought it.

Grammatical Forms of grocer

• past tense: grocered
• plural: grocers
• comparative: more grocer
• superlative: most grocer
• present tense: grocers
• future tense: will grocer
• perfect tense: have grocered
• continuous tense: is grocering
• singular: grocer
• positive degree: grocer
• infinitive: to grocer
• gerund: grocering
• participle: grocered

Origin and Evolution of grocer

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'grocer' originated from the Middle English word 'grocery', which was derived from the Old French word 'grosserie' meaning wholesale. It was used to refer to a seller of goods in bulk.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'grocer' evolved to specifically refer to a retailer of food and household goods, as opposed to a wholesaler. The role and function of a grocer in society also evolved from primarily selling goods in bulk to catering to individual customers' needs.