Meaning of the word "bucket shop" in English
What does "bucket shop" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bucket shop
US /ˈbʌk.ɪt ˌʃɑːp/
UK /ˈbʌk.ɪt ˌʃɒp/
Noun
1.
an establishment that sells cheap airline tickets, often at a discount
Example:
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I managed to find a very cheap flight to Bangkok at a bucket shop in London.
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Before the internet, travelers often visited a bucket shop to get the best deals.
2.
an illegal or unethical brokerage firm that gambles on stock prices without actually buying or selling the securities
Example:
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The firm was shut down after being exposed as a fraudulent bucket shop.
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In the early 20th century, many investors lost money in bucket shops.
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