E-Commerce Vocabulary

noun a description or explanation of an event or situation

verb to give an explanation or justification

• Please make sure to keep track of your expenses and record them in your account.
• Don't forget to update your account with all your recent transactions.
• I'm gonna check my account before we go out tonight.
• In order to succeed in life, one must take into account all the obstacles and challenges.

verb to make a public announcement or announcement in a public medium in order to promote or sell a product, service, or event

• The company plans to advertise their new product through a series of television commercials.
• I saw a poster on the street advertising a sale at the mall.
• I'm going to advertise my tutoring services on social media to get more clients.
• Her smile advertised her genuine happiness to everyone around her.

noun Clothing or garments in general.

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• The company specializes in producing high-quality apparel for men and women.
• I love shopping for new apparel to update my wardrobe.
• Check out this dope apparel I just copped from the mall.
• His words were like a finely tailored piece of apparel, perfectly crafted to make an impact.

noun A person who sells books.

• The bookseller recommended a variety of classic novels to the customer.
• I love chatting with the bookseller at my favorite bookstore.
• The bookseller hooked me up with some dope reads.
• The bookseller was like a literary wizard, casting spells with each book recommendation.

noun the act of casually looking through something

verb to casually look through something

• She decided to browse through the library's collection of rare manuscripts.
• I like to browse online for new clothes to buy.
• Let's browse some memes on the internet.
• His mind would often browse through memories of his childhood.

noun the activity of buying and selling, especially on a large scale

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• International commerce plays a crucial role in global economy.
• Online commerce is booming these days.
• I'm all about that e-commerce life.
• In the realm of ideas, commerce refers to the exchange of thoughts and concepts.

noun a person or company that is in the business of transporting packages or documents from one place to another

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• The courier delivered the important documents to the client on time.
• Hey, did the courier drop off that package yet?
• I'll just have the courier swing by and pick it up.
• Her words were like a courier, delivering messages of hope and encouragement.

noun a person who delivers or a vehicle used for delivering goods

verb to bring or transport something to a specific location or person

adjective describing something related to the act of delivering

adverb describing how something is delivered

• The courier will deliver the package to your doorstep by noon.
• I'll make sure to deliver the goods to you personally.
• I promise to deliver the stuff to your place ASAP.
• Her speech was so powerful, it truly delivered a strong message.

noun a formal speech or address

• The delivery of the goods was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
• I'm expecting a delivery from the postman today.
• Let's order some food for delivery, I'm too lazy to cook.
• The delivery of her speech was flawless, captivating the audience.

noun a large retail store selling a wide variety of goods

• The emporium was filled with a wide array of high-end products.
• Let's check out that emporium for some cool stuff.
• I heard the emporium is the bomb for trendy clothes.
• Her mind was an emporium of creative ideas.

noun a system for paying for goods or services in regular amounts over a period of time, rather than paying the full amount at once

• The customer opted for an installment plan to pay for the new furniture over several months.
• I'm thinking of signing up for the installment plan to spread out the cost of the laptop.
• I'm gonna go with the installment plan so I don't have to drop all the cash at once.
• Using an installment plan is like breaking down a big task into smaller, more manageable steps.

noun a building or facility where mail order business is conducted

• The mail order house received a high volume of orders during the holiday season.
• I love shopping at that mail order house, they have such unique products.
• I found the coolest stuff in that mail order house catalog.
• The mail order house was like a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

verb to give an authoritative command or instruction to do something

adjective arranged or organized in a particular way

• The judge ordered a retrial due to new evidence coming to light.
• I ordered a pizza for dinner because I didn't feel like cooking.
• I ordered some new kicks online and can't wait for them to arrive.
• The CEO ordered a company-wide restructuring to improve efficiency.

noun a method of sending packages or parcels through the mail

• The company ships all packages using parcel post for reliable delivery.
• I always choose parcel post for sending gifts to my friends.
• I'll just use parcel post to send you that book you wanted.
• In the digital age, letters are like parcels in the world of parcel post.

verb Paying is a verb that refers to giving money in exchange for goods or services.

• The company is currently paying all its employees on a bi-weekly basis.
• I hate paying bills every month, it's such a hassle.
• I'm tired of paying for everything, let's split the cost this time.
• Success is like paying your dues - you have to put in the work before you see results.

noun a sum of money paid or a bill settled

• The payment for the goods must be made in full before delivery.
• Don't worry, I'll make the payment for the tickets online.
• I'll Venmo you the payment for the pizza later.
• Hard work is the payment for success.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• The official announcement was posted on the company's website.
• I saw the funny meme you posted on social media.
• She posted a sick selfie on Instagram.
• His words posted a challenge to the status quo.

noun a sum of money that is returned to someone who has overpaid or been overcharged for something

verb to give back or repay (money)

• The customer requested a refund for the defective product.
• She asked for her money back because the item was broken.
• He wanted a refund because the thing was total garbage.
• She hoped to get a refund on the time she wasted on that project.

noun a store that sells goods directly to the public

• The retail store offers a wide range of products for customers to choose from.
• I'm going to swing by the retail store to pick up a few things.
• Let's hit up the retail store for some shopping.
• The retail store is like a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

noun the sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale

verb to sell goods to the public for personal use

adjective relating to the sale of goods to the public

• The retail sector is experiencing a shift towards online shopping.
• I love browsing through retail stores to find the best deals.
• I'm going to hit up the retail therapy session this weekend.
• The retail of emotions in her voice was evident during the conversation.

noun a merchant or store that sells items to consumers

• The retailer offers a wide range of high-quality products to its customers.
• I always find the best deals at that retailer down the street.
• I scored some sick kicks at the retailer in the mall.
• As a retailer of hope, she always had a positive outlook on life.

noun a transaction in which a buyer pays a seller for a product or service

verb to offer something for purchase

adjective related to the act of selling products or services

preposition used in phrases like 'on sale' to indicate that a product is available for purchase at a reduced price

• The company is having a sale on their products this weekend.
• Hey, did you hear about the big sale happening at the mall?
• I scored some awesome deals at the sale yesterday!
• His constant sales pitches make it hard to trust his intentions.

noun a group of individuals working together to sell a company's products or services

• The sales force has been trained extensively on the new product line.
• Our sales team is really excited about the new products.
• The sales squad is killing it this quarter.
• The sales force is like an army, marching towards their targets.

noun A person or company that ships or transports goods or cargo

adjective Describing someone or something related to shipping or transportation

• The shipper is responsible for ensuring that the cargo is delivered safely and on time.
• The shipper just dropped off another package for delivery.
• I'm a hardcore shipper of this couple on the TV show.
• As a shipper of peace, she always tries to resolve conflicts among her friends.

noun a building or room where goods or services are sold

verb to visit or buy from a store or business

• I need to stop by the shop to pick up some supplies for the project.
• Let's hit up the shop to see if they have any new arrivals.
• I'm gonna swing by the shop to grab a quick bite to eat.
• His mind was like a cluttered shop, filled with random thoughts and ideas.

noun a retail establishment selling items to customers

verb to keep or accumulate for future use

adjective of or relating to a store

• I visited the local store to purchase some groceries.
• I went to the store to grab some snacks.
• I hit up the store for some munchies.
• His mind was a storehouse of knowledge.

noun the action or process of tracking something

verb present participle of track, meaning to follow the trail or movements of something

• The company uses advanced tracking technology to monitor the movement of their fleet vehicles.
• I always keep tracking of my online orders to know when they will arrive.
• I'm tracking my steps to make sure I reach my daily goal.
• She felt like she was constantly tracking her progress towards her career goals.

noun a business deal or action; the act of conducting business or other dealings

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• The bank requires a signature for every transaction over $1,000.
• I'll Venmo you for our lunch transaction later.
• Let's make this transaction quick and easy, no need to drag it out.
• Their friendship was built on a transactional basis, always expecting something in return.

noun a person who uses a computer or other electronic device

• The user must input their credentials to access the system.
• Hey user, don't forget to log in before using the app.
• Yo, user, gotta sign in first to use this thing.
• The user is like a navigator, guiding their way through the digital landscape.

noun a wholesale house is a business that sells goods in large quantities to retailers or other businesses, rather than to individual customers

• The wholesale house offers bulk discounts to retailers purchasing large quantities of products.
• I love shopping at the wholesale house because I can get great deals on everything.
• Let's hit up the wholesale house and stock up on snacks for the party.
• In the business world, she is known as the wholesale house for her ability to provide resources in large quantities.

noun a person or company that sells goods in large quantities to retailers or other businesses

• The wholesaler provides goods in bulk to retailers at a discounted price.
• I always buy my products from the wholesaler down the street.
• The wholesaler hooked me up with a great deal on these items.
• She acted as a wholesaler of information, distributing it to all the team members.

noun a form of shopping in which a person browses through store windows to look at merchandise without necessarily intending to make a purchase

• She enjoyed spending her Saturday afternoon engaging in window shopping at the upscale boutiques.
• Let's go do some window shopping downtown this weekend!
• I love just wandering around the mall and doing some window shopping.
• Sometimes I like to do some window shopping for new opportunities before committing to anything.

noun a term used to describe merchandise that has never been sold or used and is often still in its original packaging

• The company decided to clear out their deadstock by offering a clearance sale.
• I found a great deal on deadstock sneakers at the thrift store.
• I scored some sick deadstock kicks at the swap meet.
• His old ideas were like deadstock, no longer relevant in the fast-paced industry.

noun a digital wallet is a software-based system that securely stores users' payment information and passwords for numerous payment methods and websites.

adjective digital wallet is used as an adjective to describe the type of wallet being digital in nature.

• Many people now use a digital wallet to make online payments securely.
• I always keep my digital wallet handy for shopping online.
• I love how my digital wallet lets me pay with just a few taps.
• In today's world, knowledge is like a digital wallet - you need to keep it updated and secure.

verb to look at goods in store windows without intending to buy anything

• During the weekend, many people enjoy windowshopping in the city's boutique stores.
• Let's just windowshop today and not buy anything.
• I love to windowshop and pretend like I can afford everything.
• Sometimes I like to windowshop for new ideas and inspiration without committing to anything.

noun a lead magnet is a marketing term referring to a free item or service that is given away to potential customers in exchange for their contact information or to generate sales leads

• The company created a compelling lead magnet to attract more potential customers.
• Check out this cool lead magnet the company is offering to get more leads.
• That lead magnet is like a magnet for leads, it's so effective!
• Think of a lead magnet as a golden ticket that brings in more leads to your business.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

• The blogger disclosed that the product recommendation contained an affiliate link.
• Hey, don't forget to use my affiliate link when you make a purchase!
• I'm all about that affiliate link hustle, making money while I sleep.
• The affiliate link acted as a bridge between the consumer and the product.

noun a term used to collectively refer to large technology companies

adjective describing the size or influence of technology companies

• The regulation of big tech companies has become a major topic of discussion in government circles.
• Everyone is talking about how big tech is taking over the world.
• Big tech is basically ruling the internet these days.
• In the digital world, big tech giants are like modern-day titans.

noun A word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things.

verb A word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence.

preposition A word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause.

article A word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun.

• The new product is expected to fly off the shelves due to its innovative features.
• I heard that the latest iPhone is going to fly off the shelves as soon as it's released.
• These sneakers are so cool, they're going to fly off the shelves in no time!
• Her latest novel is so captivating that it's sure to fly off the shelves once it's published.

noun a card that is preloaded with a specific amount of money and can be used to make purchases at a particular store or group of stores

• I received a gift card as a token of appreciation for my hard work.
• My aunt gave me a gift card for my favorite clothing store.
• I scored a sweet gift card from my boss for hitting my sales target.
• Her kindness was like a gift card for my soul, bringing me joy and comfort.

noun a feeling of regret or guilt after making a purchase

• The customer experienced buyer’s remorse after realizing the product did not meet their expectations.
• I had major buyer’s remorse after splurging on that expensive handbag.
• I totally regret buying those shoes, total buyer’s remorse.
• She felt a wave of buyer’s remorse wash over her as she left the store.

noun the practice of restricting access to content based on the user's geographical location

• The European Union has regulations in place to prevent geoblocking within its member states.
• I can't access that website because of geoblocking.
• Geoblocking is so annoying, I just want to watch my favorite shows!
• Geoblocking feels like hitting a wall when trying to access certain online content.

noun a negative vote or rating given to something, typically on a website or social media platform

• Users have the ability to downvote content that they believe is inappropriate or irrelevant.
• I always downvote those annoying memes on the internet.
• I can't believe they downvoted my post just because they didn't agree with me.
• She felt like life was constantly downvoting her, but she remained resilient.

noun a place where goods are sold; a store

verb to make a mistake while shopping or to shop incorrectly

• The customer requested a refund for the mis-shop that occurred when the wrong item was delivered.
• I had a mis-shop last week when I accidentally bought the wrong size shoes.
• I hate when I mis-shop and end up with stuff I don't need.
• In life, it's easy to mis-shop for happiness in material possessions instead of finding it within ourselves.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The adfrozen website caused delays in loading the content.
• I can't access the website right now, it's adfrozen.
• The website is adfrozen, I can't get anything to load.
• Her mind felt adfrozen with fear when she heard the news.

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

• The product was advertised in various newspapers and magazines.
• I saw the item advertised online.
• They really hyped up that product in their ads.
• Her talent was advertised by her impressive performance.