Meaning of the word hypermarket in English

What does hypermarket mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hypermarket

US /ˈhaɪ.pɚˌmɑːr.kɪt/
UK /ˈhaɪ.pəˌmɑː.kɪt/
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Noun

a very large self-service store with a wide range of goods and a large parking lot, typically situated on the outskirts of a town

Example:
We usually do our weekly grocery shopping at the hypermarket on the edge of town.
The new hypermarket sells everything from fresh produce to electronics.